11/2 Pence - Elizabeth I 3rd and 4th issue, large flan

€1.00
IssuerEngland
Year1561
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value11/2 Pence (1⁄160)
CurrencyPound sterling (1158-1970)
CompositionSilver (.925)
Weight0.8 g
Dimensions17 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sp#2568, North#2000
Obverse descriptionCrowned bust of Queen Elizabeth I left, rose behind head, legend around.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringE · D · G · ROSA · SINE · SPINA
(Translation: Elizabeth by the Grace of God a rose without a thorn)
Reverse descriptionLong cross fourchée over quartered shield of arms below divided date within inner circle, legend around.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringCIVI TAS LON DON 15 61
(Translation: City of London)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1561  - mm. Pheon (53) -
Catalog ID3949357880
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