1 Groat - Henry VIII 2nd coinage Laker bust A3 (1526–1544)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1526–1544 |
| Denomination | 1 Groat |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 2.860g · 0.0851 t oz |
| Diameter | 24.5mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2337C |
Crowned and draped bust of King Henry VIII facing right, legend around NOTE: large renaissance-style bust, crown arch breaking inner circle, saltires in cross-ends
hEnRIC’ × VIII’ × D’ × G’ × R’ × AGL’ × Z × FRAnC’
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, saltire in each fork
POSVI DEV’ × A DIVTO E’ mEV’
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The 1526 1 Groat - Henry VIII 2nd coinage – Laker bust A3 is a circulating 1 groat coin issued from 1526 to 1544, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 2.86g and measures 24.5mm across. Reverse design: Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, saltire in each fork.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1526 1 Groat - Henry VIII 2nd coinage – Laker bust A3 worth?
No verified sale of the 1526 1 Groat - Henry VIII 2nd coinage – Laker bust A3 has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £3.56 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1526 1 Groat - Henry VIII 2nd coinage – Laker bust A3?
Check the weight 2.86g and diameter 24.5mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.