© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
3 Pence - Edward VI 3rd period; London ND
| Silver (.929) | 1.59 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VI (1547-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1551-1553 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.929) |
| Weight | 1.59 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#125702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, legend around.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: POSVI DEV : ADIVTORE · MEV ·
Lettering (regular font): POSVI DEV : ADIVTORE · MEV ·
Translation: I have made God my Helper
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Edward VI (1547-53), Third period (1550-53), Fine silver issue (1551-53).Struck at the Tower mint, London, this is the first appearance of the threepence coin.
Silver standard 11oz. 3dwt.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Edward VI, who was only 16 years old at the time. Despite his young age, Edward VI played a significant role in the religious and political upheavals of his time, and his reign marked the beginning of the English Reformation. This coin, bearing his image and issued during his third period of rule, serves as a tangible reminder of this pivotal moment in British history.
