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3 Pence - Elizabeth I 3rd and 4th issues
| Silver (.925) | 1.4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1561-1567 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Square Shield of Arms of England and France on long cross fourchée dividing the inscription with date of 1561 above shield
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* POSVI DEV . AD IVTORE M : MEV .
· 15 61 ·
Translation:
POSUI DEUM ADJUTOREM MEUM
I have made God my helper
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), Third and Fourth issues (1561-77), Tower Mint, London.Mintmarks shown here courtesy of Spink & Son Ltd.:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pence - Elizabeth I (3rd and 4th issues) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in England. The coin was minted during the reign of Elizabeth I, who was the last Tudor monarch and ruled England during a time of religious and political upheaval. The coin's design features a portrait of Elizabeth I on one side and a cross on the other, which reflects the religious tensions of the time. The coin was also minted during a period of economic change, as England was transitioning from a feudal society to a more modern economy. Despite these challenges, the 3 Pence coin remained a widely used denomination during this time and continues to be a popular collector's item today.
