England · Edward VI (1547–1553)
England Shilling — Edward VI, Durham House Normal Legends (c.1549)
About this coin
Obverse
A taller crowned bust faces right, with a notch below the rear collar.
Script: Latin
Lettering
EDWARD VI D G AGL FRA Z HIB REX
Translation
Edward VI, by the grace of God, King of England, France and Ireland.
Reverse
The oval arms in an ornamental frame are flanked by E and R.
Script: Latin
Lettering
INIMICOS EIVS INDVAM CONFVSIONE
Translation
As for his enemies, I shall clothe them in shame.
Mints and mintmarks
Durham House mint in London, marked with a bow.
Engraver and mintmaster marks
Bow initial mark.
Identification and varieties
Debased profile shilling. Dates may be in Roman numerals; abbreviations, stops and portrait details vary by die. Measurements are recorded specimens. The table is not a complete die census; mintage is not established.
Measurements
Recorded specimen measurements, not a fixed specification for every coin. Hammered flans vary.
Years, mintmarks and variants
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| Year | Mint | Mintmark | Variant | Mintage | Notes | Find this issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (c.1549) | Durham House, London | Bow | Bust 2; normal legends |