© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Shilling - Edward VI 2nd period; 1st issue
1549 year| Silver (.675) | 3.49 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VI (1547-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1549 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.675) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#125752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Small oval garnished shield of arms dividing Royal monogram. Shield heavily garnished in different style.
Lettering: · EDWARD' . VI . D' . G' . ANGL · FR' · E · HIB · REX ·
Translation: Edward the Sixth by the Grace of God King of England France and Ireland
Comment
Durham House mint.Silver standard of 60 grs., 3.88g., 8oz. 2dwt.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - Edward VI (2nd period; 1st issue) 1549 coin from England is that it features a unique design element - a small cross above the king's crown. This cross is known as a "fleur-de-lis" and was added to the coin's design to symbolize the king's claim to the French throne. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the same period and makes it a distinctive and valuable collector's item.
