1 Sovereign - James I 1st coinage 1st bust (1603–1604)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1603–1604 |
| Denomination | 1 Sovereign |
| Face value | £1 |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.979) (979/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 11.150g · 0.3510 t oz |
| Shape | Round |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2608 |
Crowned half-length first bust of King James right with plain armour.
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Crowned quartered shield dividing monogram.
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The 1603 1 Sovereign - James I 1st coinage – 1st bust is a circulating 1 sovereign coin issued from 1603 to 1604, struck in 97.9% gold. It weighs 11.15g. Reverse design: Crowned quartered shield dividing monogram.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
Common questions
How much is the 1603 1 Sovereign - James I 1st coinage – 1st bust worth?
No verified sale of the 1603 1 Sovereign - James I 1st coinage – 1st bust has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £1,085 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1603 1 Sovereign - James I 1st coinage – 1st bust?
Check the weight 11.15g and the metal (97.9% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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