England 1 Shilling - Edward VI, 1549
2nd period; 1st issue
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Shilling
Year
1549
Ruler
Edward VI
(1547–1553)
Composition
Silver (.675)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.49
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Shilling from England. Issued in 1549. Struck in Silver (.675). Measures 29 mm and weighs 3.49 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust of King Edward VI facing right. Locally produced bust wearing elaborate tunic with prominent collar. (The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life 1549)
- Reverse
- Small oval garnished shield of arms dividing Royal monogram. Shield heavily garnished in different style. (Edward the Sixth by the Grace of God King of England France and Ireland)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1549 | — | mm. bow (66) |
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