Elizabethan era gold coin sold for record-breaking price

The coin minted between 1584 and 1586 celebrates England's naval superiority. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. A coin minted during the reign of one of Great Britain's most famous monarchs recently fetched a record price at auction. The officially designated Elizabeth I (1558-1603) gold "Ship" Ryal of 15 Shillings ND (1584-1586) MS63 NGC sold for $372,000 by Heritage Auction in November . The sale set a world record for an Elizabeth Ship Ryal sold at auction.