1 Shilling - Edward VI 2nd period 1st issue (1549)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1549 |
| Denomination | 1 Shilling |
| Face value | 5p |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.675) (675/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.300g · 0.0716 t oz |
| Diameter | 29.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2465 |
Crowned bust of King Edward VI facing right. NOTE: broad bust with large crown
TIMOR : DOMINI : FONS : VITÆ : MD : XLIX
Small oval garnished shield of arms dividing monogram.
EDWARD' . VI · D' . G' . AGL' . FRA' . Z · HIB' . REX · E R
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The 1549 1 Shilling - Edward VI 2nd period – 1st issue is a circulating 1 shilling coin, struck in 67.5% silver. It weighs 3.3g and measures 29mm across. Reverse design: Small oval garnished shield of arms dividing monogram.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1549 1 Shilling - Edward VI 2nd period – 1st issue worth?
No verified sale of the 1549 1 Shilling - Edward VI 2nd period – 1st issue has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £3.00 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1549 1 Shilling - Edward VI 2nd period – 1st issue?
Check the weight 3.3g and diameter 29mm and the metal (67.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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