England 1 Angel - Richard III, 1483 – 1485
class 3
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Angel
Year
1483 – 1485
Ruler
Richard III
(1483–1485)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.13
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Angel from England. Issued from 1483 to 1485. Struck in Gold. Measures 26 mm and weighs 5.13 g.
- Obverse
- Archangel St. Michael slaying dragon right, Latin legend and beaded border surrounding on both sides, initial mark to right of head. (Richard by the Grace of God King of England and France)
- Reverse
- Ship sailing right bearing quartered shield of arms below cross flanked by R and rose. (By Thy cross save us O Christ our Redeemer)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1483-1485) | — | mm. sun and rose 2 |
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