1 Sovereign - Henry VIII 2nd coinage (1526–1544)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1526–1544 |
| Denomination | 1 Sovereign |
| Face value | £1 |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.995) (995/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 15.550g · 0.4974 t oz |
| Diameter | 42.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2267 |
Crowned full facing seated portrait of King Henry VIII holding orb & sceptre
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Central quartered Royal shield of arms over Tudor rose.
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The 1526 1 Sovereign - Henry VIII 2nd coinage is a circulating 1 sovereign coin issued from 1526 to 1544, struck in 99.5% gold. It weighs 15.55g and measures 42mm across. Reverse design: Central quartered Royal shield of arms over Tudor rose.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1526 1 Sovereign - Henry VIII 2nd coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1526 1 Sovereign - Henry VIII 2nd coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £1,538 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1526 1 Sovereign - Henry VIII 2nd coinage?
Check the weight 15.55g and diameter 42mm and the metal (99.5% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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