England ½ Penny - James I, 1603 – 1605
1st coinage
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Penny
Year
1603 – 1605
Ruler
James I
(1603–1625)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
0.23
Diameter (mm)
10
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Penny from England. Issued from 1603 to 1605. Struck in Silver. Measures 10 mm and weighs 0.23 g.
- Obverse
- Portcullis with mintmark above, no legend.
- Reverse
- Long cross moline with pellets in angles, no legend.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1604-1605) | — | mm. Lis (105) | 25% | |
| ND (1603-1604) | — | mm. Thistle (125) | 75% |
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