© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Shilling - Edward VI 2nd period; 2nd issue
1549 year| Silver | 4.71 g | 29.5 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 |
| Weight | 4.71 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#415261 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oval shield of arms with ornate scroll and flanked by royal cypher, all within inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: [im] TIMOR'. DOMINI'. FONS'. VITI : M : D : XLIX
Unabridged legend: Timor Domini Fons Vitae MDXLIX
Translation: The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life 1549
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Edward VI (1547-53), Second period (1549-50), second issue (debased).
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design element - a small silver plate attached to the reverse side of the coin, known as a "testoon." This plate was added to the coin to counteract the clipping of the coin's edges, which was a common practice at the time to collect silver. The testoon was stamped with a small image of a crown, and its presence on the coin made it more difficult for people to clip the edges without damaging the coin's design. This feature is a distinct characteristic of this particular coin and sets it apart from other coins of its time.
