1 Shilling - Edward VI (Pattern) 1547 front 1 Shilling - Edward VI (Pattern) 1547 back
1 Shilling - Edward VI (Pattern) 1547 photo
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1 Shilling - Edward VI Pattern

1547 year
Silver 5.71 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Edward VI (1547-1553)
Type
Pattern
Year
1547
Value
1 Shilling (1⁄20)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.71 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#342342
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Small oval garnished shield of arms dividing Royal cypher, legend around.

Lettering:
TIMOR ◊ DOMINI ◊ FONS ◊ VITÆ ◊ M ◊ D ◊ XLVII
E R

Translation: The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life 1547

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Shilling - Edward VI (Pattern) 1547 from England is that it was designed by Thomas Wyon, who was a renowned engraver and designer at the Royal Mint during the 16th century. Wyon's design for the coin featured a portrait of King Edward VI, who was only nine years old at the time the coin was minted. This makes the coin a unique piece of numismatic history, as it depicts a young monarch who would go on to play a significant role in shaping the course of English history.