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½ Crown - Charles I Newark siege coinage
| Silver | 15.13 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1645-1646 |
| Value | ½ Crown (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.13 g |
| Shape | Rhombus |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#16852 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Lettering only, denoting that the coin was made at Newark during the third siege of the city (1645-6), part the English civil war.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OBS:
NEWARK
1646
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Crown - Charles I (Newark siege coinage) 1645-1646 from England is that it was minted during the English Civil War, specifically during the Siege of Newark, which lasted from 1644 to 1646. The coin was used as a means of payment for the soldiers and civilians during this time, and its production was overseen by the Royalist forces who controlled the area. Despite the turmoil of the war, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with the obverse featuring a portrait of King Charles I and the reverse displaying the coat of arms of England. This coin serves as a unique piece of history that highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of the people during a time of great conflict.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1646 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Crown - Charles I (Newark siege coinage) 1645-1646 coin.
