England ½ Crown - Edward VI, 1549 – 1550
2nd period; uncrowned bust
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Crown
Year
1549 – 1550
Ruler
Edward VI
(1547–1553)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.35
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Crown from England. Issued from 1549 to 1550. Struck in Gold. Measures 19 mm and weighs 1.35 g.
- Obverse
- Uncrowned bust of King Edward VI facing right, mintmark above. (The shield of faith shall protect him)
- Reverse
- Crowned shield of arms. (Edward the Sixth by the Grace of God King of England France and Ireland)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1549) | — | mm. arrow (52) | ||
| ND (1549-1550) | — | mm. Roman Y |
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