England 1 Groat - Elizabeth I, 1559 – 1560
1st issue
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Groat
Year
1559 – 1560
Ruler
Elizabeth I
(1558–1603)
Composition
Silver (.916)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.02
Diameter (mm)
23
Thickness (mm)
0.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Groat from England. Issued from 1559 to 1560. Struck in Silver (.916). Measures 23 mm and weighs 2.02 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust of Queen Elizabeth I left, legend around, mintmark above. (Elizabeth by the Grace of God Queen of England France and Ireland)
- Reverse
- Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchee, legend around, mintmark above. (I have made God my helper)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1559-1560) | — | mm. Lis (106) |
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