© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
3 Pence - Elizabeth I 3rd and 4th issues
| Silver (.925) | 1.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1567-1577 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52663 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
Square Shield of Arms of England and France on long cross fourchée dividing the inscription with date of 1572 above shield
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* POSVI DEV . AD IVTORE M · MEV .
· 15 72 ·
Translation:
POSUI DEUM ADJUTOREM MEUM
I have made God my helper
Edge
Plain
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 coin from Elizabeth I's reign is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of the queen on both sides. The obverse side features a left-facing portrait of Elizabeth I, while the reverse side features a right-facing portrait of the queen. This unique design was a departure from the traditional method of featuring a monarch's profile on the obverse and a symbol or coat of arms on the reverse. This design choice was likely made to emphasize the queen's image and reinforce her authority as the ruler of England.
