England 1 Penny - Elizabeth I, 1559 – 1560
1st issue
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
1559 – 1560
Ruler
Elizabeth I
(1558–1603)
Composition
Silver (.916)
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
0.42
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from England. Issued from 1559 to 1560. Struck in Silver (.916). Measures 0 mm and weighs 0.42 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust of Queen Elizabeth I left within beaded inner circle, legend around. (Elizabeth by the Grace of God a rose without a thorn)
- Reverse
- Long cross fourchée over quartered shield of arms, legend around. (City of London)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1559-1560) | — | mm. Lis |
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