© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
½ Crown - Charles II 3rd hammered issue ND
| Silver | 14.8 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1660-1662 |
| Value | ½ Crown (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.8 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#230274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over cross fourchée, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRISTO ∙ AVSPICE ∙ REGNO
Translation: I reign under the auspices of Christ
Edge
Plain
Comment
House of Stuart Restored (1660-1714), Charles II (1660-85), Hammered coinage (1660-62), Third issue.Struck at the Tower mint, London. North 2761, ESC 456
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Crown - Charles II (3rd hammered issue) ND (1660-1662) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in England. Charles II had recently been restored to the throne following the Commonwealth period, and the country was still recovering from the effects of the Civil War and the execution of Charles I. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period is known for its high quality and artistic merit, and the ½ Crown coin is a prime example of this. Its intricate design and craftsmanship make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
