England 1½ Pence - Elizabeth I, 1561
3rd and 4th issue; large flan
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1½ Pence
Year
1561
Ruler
Elizabeth I
(1558–1603)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
0.8
Diameter (mm)
17
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1½ Pence from England. Issued in 1561. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 17 mm and weighs 0.8 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust of Queen Elizabeth I left, rose behind head, legend around. (Elizabeth by the Grace of God a rose without a thorn)
- Reverse
- Long cross fourchée over quartered shield of arms below divided date within inner circle, legend around. (City of London)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1561 | — | mm. Pheon (53) |
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