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1 Shilling - Elizabeth I 7th issue ND
| Silver (.925) | 6 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1602 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52480 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over cross fourchée within inner circle, legend around.
Note: mintmark at 12 o'clock
Script: Latin
Lettering: POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV 2
Translation: I have made God my helper
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), 7th issue (1601-02), 0.925 fine Ag, shilling of 92.9 grs.Obverse bust 6B, ear shows, struck at the Tower mint, London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - Elizabeth I (7th issue) ND (1601-1602) coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, known as the "pelican" portrait, which was designed by the French engraver Thomas de la Bere. This portrait was used on several coins during Elizabeth's reign and is considered one of the most iconic images of the queen.
