© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Testern - Elizabeth I ND
| Silver (.925) | 3.4 g | - |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1600-1601 |
| Value | 1 Testern = 1 Real |
| Currency | Testern (1600-1601) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#124315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned Portcullis and chains within inner toothed circle, legend around
Script: Latin
Lettering: O:POSVI • DEVM • ADIVTOREM • MEVM •
Translation: I have made God my helper
Comment
The “Portcullis” coinage was struck at the Tower Mint, London for the maiden voyage of the incorporated Governor and Company of Merchants of London Trading into the East Indies. They were struck to the weights and composition of the Spanish Reales. These issues include a “0” mintmark. These coins have also been attributed to Bantam, Java since It wasn't until 1612 that the British East India Company established its initial settlement at Surat.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testern coin from India, issued during the reign of Elizabeth I (1600-1601), is that it was made of silver (.925) and weighed 3.4 grams. This coin was a standard circulation coin in British India and features the image of Queen Elizabeth I on one side and the British coat of arms on the other. Despite its small size, the coin has a rich history and is a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.