1605 SILVER SHILLING JAMES I

This 1605 silver shilling from James I's reign exemplifies the coinage standards established during the early Stuart period. Struck in sterling silver, this denomination represented substantial purchasing power in early 17th-century England and remains a sought-after artefact for serious collectors. The shilling's design reflects the royal iconography and minting techniques characteristic of James I's coinage programme, offering authentic documentation of Stuart monetary policy. The coin's age and silver composition provide tangible evidence of economic practices during this transformative period in English history. Its survival makes it a valuable resource for numismatists studying Stuart-era currency, royal portraiture, and the evolution of English coinage. A distinguished addition to collections focused on early modern British numismatics or those tracing the development of monetary systems through the 17th century.