1573 Elizabeth I Hammered Silver Three‑Halfpence Acorn

Item: 1573 Elizabeth I Hammered Silver Three‑Halfpence Acorn  Details: Elizabeth I three‑halfpence dated 1573 with mintmark Acorn. Tower Mint small‑silver denomination from the Third and Fourth Issues.  A small‑silver denomination from the reign of Elizabeth I, struck at the Tower Mint during the Third and Fourth Issues. This three‑halfpence carries the date 1573 above the shield and the mintmark Acorn. Obverse: Crowned bust of Elizabeth I facing left; surrounding legend ELIZABETH D G ANG FR ET HIB REGINA. Mintmark Acorn visible in the legend. Reverse: Quartered royal shield of England and France on long cross fourchée dividing the inscription with date of 1573 above shield. Technical details: Hammered silver three‑halfpence (1½d), Tower Mint, Third Issue (1561–1582). Diameter approx. 16–17 mm. Spink S.2569. Condition: Circulated example with wear to both sides. Legends partially worn, shield and date visible. Flan slightly bent and may have been straightened. Shipment: Secure Tracked 48 delivery via Royal Mail. Free shipping on orders over £75.   JC-C20