½ Crown - James I (3rd coinage) ND (1620-1624) front ½ Crown - James I (3rd coinage) ND (1620-1624) back
½ Crown - James I (3rd coinage) ND (1620-1624) photo
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½ Crown - James I 3rd coinage ND

 
Silver 14.14 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
James I (1603-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1620-1624
Value
½ Crown (⅛)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.14 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#52454
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Crown - James I (3rd coinage) ND (1620-1624) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Gothic styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned bust of King James I, while the reverse side features a shield with the arms of England, Scotland, and Ireland, surrounded by a wreath and topped with a crown. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.