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1 Sovereign - Mary
| Gold (.995) | 15.16 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Mary (1553-1554) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1553-1554 |
| Value | 1 Fine Sovereign (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.995) |
| Weight | 15.16 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#52386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central quartered Royal shield of arms over Tudor rose
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: A DNO FACTV EST ISTU Z EST MIRA IN OCVL NRIS
Lettering (regular font): A DNO FACTV EST ISTU Z 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 - Mary 1553-1554 coin is that it features a unique design, with Mary I's portrait on one side and a shield with the royal arms on the other. This design was only used during Mary's reign, making it a distinctive and rare coin among collectors.
