England 1 Penny - Edward VI, 1547 – 1549
1st period; Tower mint
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
1547 – 1549
Ruler
Edward VI
(1547–1553)
Composition
Billon (.344 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.54
Diameter (mm)
11
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from England. Issued from 1547 to 1549. Struck in Billon (.344 silver). Measures 11 mm and weighs 0.54 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust of King Edward VI facing right. (Edward by the Grace of God a rose without a thorn)
- Reverse
- Quartered shield of arms over long cross, mintmark above (City of London)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1547-1549) | — | mm. arrow (52) |
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