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½ Guinea - Charles II 1st bust
| Gold (.917) | 4.19 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1669-1672 |
| Value | ½ Guinea |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 4.19 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#27922 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around interlinked C's with sceptres bearing national emblems in angles, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB· REX·16· 69·
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Comment
These coins were struck in 22 carat gold to two different weight standards.The 1669 issue was struck at 87 7/15 to the pound troy, giving a standard weight of 45/328 troy ounce (65.9 grains).
The 1670 to 1672 issues were struck at 89 to the pound troy, giving a standard weight of 12/89 troy ounce (64.7 grains).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Guinea coin is that it was used as a means of payment for the British East India Company's transactions in India during the 17th and 18th centuries.
