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1 Penny - Mary ND
Silver | 0.47 g | - |
Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
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Queen | Mary (1553-1554) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1553-1554 |
Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.47 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#126584 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, legend around
Lettering: VERI TAS TEMP FILIA
Translation: Truth is the daughter of time
Interesting fact
The 1 Penny coin from this era features a unique design, with a crowned bust of Queen Mary on the obverse (front) side, and a cross fleury on the reverse (back) side. This design was only used during Mary's reign, making it a distinctive and rare feature for collectors.