England 1 Penny - James I, 1603 – 1604
1st coinage
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
1603 – 1604
Ruler
James I
(1603–1625)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.45
Diameter (mm)
14
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from England. Issued from 1603 to 1604. Struck in Silver. Measures 14 mm and weighs 0.45 g.
- Obverse
- First crowned bust of King James I right, denomination behind head to left, legend around. (James by the Grace of God a rose without a thorn)
- Reverse
- Quartered shield of arms with mintmark above.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1603-1604) | — | mm. Thistle (125) |
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