Elizabeth I Penny, 5th issue, mm. Greek cross (1578-9), ex Dunwich Hoard, Lawrence, Stewartby and English Doctor Scuffed in parts

Scuffed in parts

Apollo in quadriga right

+EDPAR D REX

saltire stops and abbreviated Latin legend both sides hEnRIC'xx DI'xx GRA'x REXx AnGLIE' xZx FRA'x rev

above the cap of maintenance

Elizabeth I Penny, 5th issue, mm. Greek cross (1578-9), ex Dunwich Hoard, Lawrence, Stewartby and English Doctor Scuffed in partsElizabeth I (1558 1603), silver Penny, London Mint, fifth issue (1578 82), crowned bust left, inner and outer beaded circle surrounding, initial mark Greek cross (1578 79) both sides, E. D. G. ROSA. SINE. SPINA. rev. long cross fourchee over quartered shield of arms, CIVI TAS LON DON, weight 0. 46g (N. 2001; S. 2575). Toned, about very fine.