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1 Penny - James I 1st coinage ND
| Silver | 0.45 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James I (1603-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1603-1604 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#363462 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms with mintmark above.
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), James I (1603-25), First coinage (1603-04), First bust, silver penny with thistle mintmark.Spink#2650A Similar type with 2nd portrait and thistle or lis mintmark.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - James I (1st coinage) ND (1603-1604) coin is that it was the first coin to feature the iconic image of the British monarch, King James I, on the obverse (front) side. This design change marked a significant shift in the visual identity of British coins and paved the way for the portrayal of future monarchs on British currency.
