Fourpence (Groat)

Henry VI (1422-61), Groat, Rosette Mascle/ Pinecone Mascle Issue, Calais Mint. Very Fine and Rare

Henry VI (1421–1471) was King of England from 1422 to 1461 and again from 1470 to 1471 and disputed King of France from 1422 to 1453. The only child of Henry V, he succeeded to the English throne at the age of eight months and succeeded to the French throne shortly afterwards. His early reign saw the pinnacle of English power in France, but by the time Henry was mature enough to rule in 1437 major setbacks were suffered in France, and England was in crisis. In contrast to his father, Henry VI is described as timid, shy and averse to war. By 1453, Calais was the only English-governed territory left in France. Henry’s domestic popularity declined as did his mental health, making him unable to rule. Civil war broke out in 1455, leading to a long period of conflict now known as the Wars of the Roses (1455–1487). Henry was deposed in 1461 by the King Edward IV of the House of York. Henry was captured and imprisoned in the Tower of London in 1465 before being restored to the throne in 1470. However, Edward IV retook power in 1471 and had Henry imprisoned at the Tower again, where he died – possibly under Edward’s instruction shortly after. We have on offer a group of nice silver groats from this important period in English history, they were struck at Calais and are in Good Fine grade. It’s the first time these have ever been offered as a feature so make the most of this opportunity.

Firstly a Groat is 4 old pence (4d) or 1/60th of a Pound. These have the Young Head of Queen Victoria on them and many were also struck for use in our overseas Colonies, but they were still legal tender and used in this country. You have the youthful portrait of Queen Victoria on one side and a rather beautiful rendition of Britannia seated on the reverse. One of the most underappreciated Victorian coins. They were issued from 1838-1861 and are are struck in Sterling Silver and are at least 160 years old. Let’s face it many collectors don’t even know that a Groat was ever issued. Dates will be of our choice, but the more you order the more different dates we will try and give you. Please do not ask for specific dates as they will no doubt be the rare dates.

Victoria Young Head Groat available in Very Good condition, the more you order the more different dates we will try and give you. Please do not ask for specific dates as there will be no rare dates.

Firstly a Groat is 4 old pence (4d) or 1/60th of a Pound. These have the Young Head of Queen Victoria on them and many were also struck for use in our overseas Colonies, but they were still legal tender and used in this country. You have the youthful portrait of Queen Victoria on one side and a rather beautiful rendition of Britannia seated on the reverse. One of the most underappreciated Victorian coins. They were issued from 1838-1861 and we have them available in two different grades Very Good and Fine. The coins are struck in Sterling Silver and are at least 160 years old. Let’s face it many collectors don’t even know that a Groat was ever issued. Dates will be of our choice, but the more you order the more different dates we will try and give you. Please do not ask for specific dates as they will no doubt be the rare dates.

Victoria Young Head Groat available in Fine condition, the more you order the more different dates we will try and give you. Please do not ask for specific dates as there will be no rare dates.

We have a small group of these wonderful groats from Victoria, 1838 being the very first issue for her reign which began in 1837. These first year of issue groats are now 186 years old and were only struck until 1855 with the “Young Head” bust, before making a reappearance for a year in 1888 featuring the “Jubilee head”. High grade sterling silver, a short-lived denomination and 186 years old, add one to your collection.

A few months ago, we offered these wonderful William IV Groats in Uncirculated condition, unfortunately they quickly sold out, so we’re pleased to offer you a selection of less expensive ones in appealing “Extremely Fine” grade. Get in quickly, coins of William IV are very popular as it was only a short reign (1830-1837) and Groats were only struck in 1836 and 1837.