1 Sovereign - Henry VIII (3rd coinage; London) ND (1544-1547) front 1 Sovereign - Henry VIII (3rd coinage; London) ND (1544-1547) back
1 Sovereign - Henry VIII (3rd coinage; London) ND (1544-1547) photo
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1 Sovereign - Henry VIII 3rd coinage; London ND

 
Gold 12.9 g -
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Henry VIII (1509-1547)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1544-1547
Value
1 Sovereign
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Gold
Weight
12.9 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#52685
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned quartered shield of arms with lion and dragon supporters, royal monogram below

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: IHS AVTEM TRANSIENS PER MEDIV ILLORV IBAT

Lettering (regular font): IHS AVTEM TRANSIENS PER MEDIV ILLORV IBAT

Translation: But Jesus passing through their midst went His way

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Sovereign - Henry VIII (3rd coinage; London) ND (1544-1547) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Gold weighing 12.9 g is that it features a unique design of King Henry VIII, who was known for his six marriages and his attempts to secure an heir to the throne. The coin's design includes a portrait of the king on the obverse side, surrounded by a decorative border, while the reverse side features a shield with the royal arms and a Tudor rose. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted during Henry VIII's reign.