Elizabeth I Silver Hammered Penny 1560-1561 2nd Issue Cross Crosslet Spink 2558

• Monarch: Elizabeth I (1558–1603)

• Denomination: Silver Penny

• Issue: Second Issue (1560–1561)

• Mintmark: Cross Crosslet (visible on the reverse at the 12 o'clock position before "DON")

• Mint: London

Visual & Inscription Analysis

• Obverse :  Features the crowned bust of Elizabeth I facing left.

  • The portrait shows some central softness and flatness from wear, but the outline and beaded inner border remain highly visible.

  • The legend reads E·D·G·ROSA·SINE·SPINA (Elizabeth by the Grace of God a Rose Without a Thorn), with the bottom portion of the letters clipped or lost to the edge damage.

• Reverse :  Features the long cross fourchée over the royal shield of arms (quartering France and England).

  • The legend reads CIVI TAS LON DON (City of London). The letters D O N are sharp, bold, and incredibly well-struck at the top left.

  • The Cross Crosslet mintmark sits directly above the top arm of the cross.