½ Groat - Edward VI 1st period Canterbury (1547–1549)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1547–1549 |
| Denomination | ½ Groat |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Billon (.344 silver) |
| Weight | 1.430g |
| Diameter | 20.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2459 |
Crowned bust of King Edward VI right, legend around.
EDOARD' . 6 D'. G' . AGL' . FR' . Z HI' . REX
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, legend around.
CIVITAS CANTOR
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The 1547 Half Groat - Edward VI 1st period – Canterbury is a circulating ½ groat coin issued from 1547 to 1549, struck in billon (.344 silver). It weighs 1.43g and measures 20mm across. Reverse design: Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1547 Half Groat - Edward VI 1st period – Canterbury worth?
No verified sale of the 1547 Half Groat - Edward VI 1st period – Canterbury has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.93 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1547 Half Groat - Edward VI 1st period – Canterbury?
Check the weight 1.43g and diameter 20mm and the metal (billon (.344 silver)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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