© Davissons Ltd
© Davissons Ltd
1 Shilling - Philip and Mary
1555 year| Billon (.250 silver) | 8.73 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Mary I, Philip II of Spain (1554-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1555 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 8.73 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#332023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned harp between crowned P-M, mint mark
Script: Latin
Lettering: POSVIMVS . DEVM . ADIVTOREM . NOSTRVM
Translation:
POSUIMUS DEUM ADIVTOREM NOSTRUM
We have made God our helper
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique blend of Catholic and Protestant imagery, reflecting the complex religious landscape of Ireland during the 16th century. On one side, the coin bears an image of King Philip II of Spain, who was a Catholic, while on the other side, it features a portrait of Queen Mary I of England, who was a Protestant. This blending of religious symbols was a deliberate attempt by the coin's designers to promote religious harmony in a country where religious tensions were running high.
