1526-44 England Henry VIII Silver Groat Rose, London PCGS AU-53

This silver groat was struck under Henry VIII at the Tower Mint in London between 1526 and 1544, during a period of significant monetary reform and political transformation in Tudor England. The coin bears the distinctive rose mintmark used during this coinage, and it circulated at the height of Henry's power as he broke with Rome and established the Church of England. Graded PCGS AU-53, this groat represents an excellent survivor from an era when silver coinage formed the backbone of English commerce.

The obverse displays a facing portrait of Henry VIII wearing an arched crown, his features rendered in the formal style of Tudor portraiture. The legend surrounds the portrait with clear lettering, and the rose mintmark appears prominently. The reverse presents the quartered royal arms of England and France within a beaded inner circle, displaying the three lions of England and the fleurs-de-lis of France in alternating quarters. The shield is topped with a crown, and the surrounding legend reinforces Henry's claim to both realms.

At the AU-53 grade level, this groat retains substantial original detail with light wear confined to the highest points of the design. The surfaces show attractive even gray toning consistent with centuries of age, and both the portrait and heraldic elements remain boldly defined. Groats of Henry VIII are popular among collectors of British hammered coinage, particularly examples from the London mint with identifiable mintmarks. With only 2 examples graded by PCGS, this coin offers a rare opportunity to acquire a well-preserved Tudor silver piece. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.