Scottish Irish & Islands
Silver Threepence. Crowned Harp. R: Shield.
Spink Ref: 6509
Coin Diameter (mm): 20
Elizabeth I reigned from 1558 to 1603 AD. Elizabeth I established religious stability, strengthened royal authority, and presided over cultural flourishing and maritime expansion. Her long reign brought relative internal peace and growing national confidence, defeating the Spanish Armada and securing England's future as a major power. Early experiments with milled coinage occurred during her reign.
Copper Farthing, Laur Bust. R: Hibernia Seated Leaning on Harp & Holding Branch, Date in Legend.
Spink Ref: 6604
Coin Diameter (mm): 21
George I reigned from 1714 to 1727 AD. George I ascended as the first Hanoverian king, establishing a new dynasty amid language and cultural differences. His reign strengthened the role of ministers and Parliament in governance while he focused on maintaining Hanoverian interests abroad. Coins included German titles alongside English denominations.
Copper Penny, Laur & Draped Bust. R: Crowned Harp, Date Below.
Spink Ref: 6620
Coin Diameter (mm): 34
George III reigned from 1760 to 1820 AD. George III ruled during major events including the American Revolution, Napoleonic Wars, and early industrialisation. He sought to assert royal authority, though Parliament increasingly dominated policy. His long reign saw social, political, and economic transformation. Extensive silver and gold coins were issued, including pattern crowns.
Bronze 1/12 Shilling, Young Bust, Date Below. R: Arms of Jersey.
Spink Ref: 7006
Coin Diameter (mm): 31
Victoria reigned from 1837 to 1901 AD. Victoria presided over a long era of industrial growth, empire expansion, and cultural transformation. Her reign defined a period of national confidence, moral ideals, and constitutional monarchy, influencing British politics and society profoundly. Multiple sovereign portraits were issued, reflecting her long reign.