1 Penny - Philip and Mary Base issue obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - Philip and Mary Base issue reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - Philip and Mary Base issue (1554–1558)

CountryEngland Year1554–1558 Denom1 Penny MintRoyal Mint MetalSilver Melt ~£1.01
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1554–1558
Denomination1 Penny
MintRoyal Mint · Llantrisant
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight0.750g
Diameter15.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink2510A
Obverse

Central Tudor rose within beaded circle, legend around.

P Z M D G ROSA SINE SPINE

Reverse

Quartered shield of arms of England and France over cross fourchée, mint name around.

CIVITAS LONDON

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0241
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.01

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About the 1554 1 Penny - Philip and Mary Base issue

The 1554 1 Penny - Philip and Mary Base issue is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1554 to 1558, struck in silver. It weighs 0.75g and measures 15mm across. Reverse design: Quartered shield of arms of England and France over cross fourchée, mint name around.

It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.

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How much is the 1554 1 Penny - Philip and Mary Base issue worth?

No verified sale of the 1554 1 Penny - Philip and Mary Base issue has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.01 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1554 1 Penny - Philip and Mary Base issue?

Check the weight 0.75g and diameter 15mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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