© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
½ Groat - Charles I Tower mint; Group A ND
| Silver | 0.86 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1625-1628 |
| Value | ½ Groat (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.86 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#166967 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned rose within inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVS THRONVM FIRMAT
Translation: Justice strengthens the throne
Comment
Houe of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Tower mint under the King (1625-42).Incorrectly attributed in Krause SCWC as James I.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Groat - Charles I (Tower mint; Group A) ND (1625-1628) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in England. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles I, who was facing financial difficulties due to his costly wars with Scotland and France. As a result, the coin was made with a lower silver content than previous issues, which caused inflation and discontent among the population. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 17th-century England.
