England 1 Shilling - Elizabeth I, 1560 – 1561
2nd issue
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Shilling
Year
1560 – 1561
Ruler
Elizabeth I
(1558–1603)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Weight (g)
6.2
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Shilling from England. Issued from 1560 to 1561. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 31 mm and weighs 6.2 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust facing left within inner beaded circle, legend around NOTE: mintmark before ruler's name (Elizabeth by the Grace of God Queen of England, France and Ireland)
- Reverse
- Long cross through shield. Shield in four quarters. Top right and bottom left quarters show three lions. Surrounded by lettering. Lettering begins with large star
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | f | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1560-1561) | — | — | mm Cross crosslet (21) | 43% | |
| ND (1560-1561) | — | € 51,00 | mm Martlet (94) | 60% |
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