England 1 Shilling - James I, 1604 – 1616
2nd issue; 3rd bust
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Shilling
Year
1604 – 1616
Ruler
James I
(1603–1625)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
6
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Shilling from England. Issued from 1604 to 1616. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 31 mm and weighs 6 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned portrait facing right with square beard that stands out. Lettering XII behind head. Beaded circle around, lettering surrounding (James by the Grace of God King of Great Britain, France and Ireland)
- Reverse
- Shield divided into quarters, different design in each. Beaded circle surrounding, lettering outside (What God hath joined let no man put asunder)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1615-1616) | — | Tun | ||
| ND (1605-1606) | — | Rose | 67% | |
| ND (1604-1605) | — | Lis | 30% |
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