1603 SILVER SHILLING JAMES I

A distinguished silver shilling from the early reign of James I, minted in 1603 during the transition from Tudor to Stuart rule. This coin marks a pivotal moment in English numismatic history, bearing the first coinage of the newly crowned monarch following Elizabeth I's death. The shilling was a substantial denomination, essential to commerce and trade during the early 17th century. As an authentic historical artefact, this piece provides collectors with direct evidence of James I's monetary authority and the craftsmanship of the Royal Mint. Genuine examples display individual characteristics from four centuries of circulation, each telling its own story of age and provenance.