Ireland 1 Shilling - Philip and Mary, 1555
Information
Country
Ireland
Ireland
Currency
Second Irish Pound
(1460 – 1826)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Shilling
Year
1555
Ruler
Mary I
(1553–1558)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.73
Diameter (mm)
33
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Shilling from Ireland. Issued in 1555. Struck in Billon (.250 silver). Measures 33 mm and weighs 8.73 g.
- Obverse
- Central circle containing facing portraits of the monarchs, a crown between and above them, date below in exergue (Philip and Mary, by the Grace of God, King and Queen of the English)
- Reverse
- Crowned harp between crowned P-M, mint mark (POSUIMUS DEUM ADIVTOREM NOSTRUM We have made God our helper)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1555 | — |
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