1½ Pence - Elizabeth I 5th issue (1578–1582)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1578–1582 |
| Denomination | 1½ Pence |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.921) (921/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 0.800g · 0.0237 t oz |
| Diameter | 15.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2574 |
Crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth I left, legend around, with rose.
E D G ROSA [SINE SPINA] [mm]
Long cross fourchée over quartered shield of arms below divided date within inner circle, mint mark and legend around.
CIVITAS LONDON
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The 1578 1Half Pence - Elizabeth I 5th issue is a circulating 1½ pence coin issued from 1578 to 1582, struck in 92.1% silver. It weighs 0.8g and measures 15mm across. Reverse design: Long cross fourchée over quartered shield of arms below divided date within inner circle, mint mark and legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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Check the weight 0.8g and diameter 15mm and the metal (92.1% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
