Elizabeth I Half Groat (c.1582-1584) - London mint
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The Elizabeth I Half Groat, minted around 1582-1584 in London, is a silver coin from the sixth issue (1582-1600). It features a crowned robed bust of Elizabeth I on the obverse with the inscription ‘F’. D’. G’. ROSA SINE SPINA.', and on the reverse, it has ‘CIVITAS LONDON’ with a large cross on a shield. The coin measures 16mm in diameter. The coin has an excellent portrait of the queen which is quite unusual for coins of this type.
Weight 0.86g
(ref:AHC133)