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1 Sovereign - Elizabeth I 2nd issue ND
| Gold (.994) | 15.55 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1560-1561 |
| Value | 1 Fine Sovereign (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.994) |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52387 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central quartered shield of arms over Tudor rose
Script: Latin
Lettering: A DNO FACTV EST ISTV ET EST MIRA IN OCVL NRIS
Translation: This is the Lord's doing and it is marvellous in our eyes
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth I (2nd issue) ND (1560-1561) coin is that it features a unique design element known as a "mullet" or "fleet" on the reverse side. This design element is a small, stylized ship that appears above the coat of arms, and it was added to the coin to signify the importance of the British navy during Elizabeth I's reign. The mullet has since become a distinctive feature of British coins and is still used on some modern-day coinage.
