© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
½ Penny - Charles I Tower ND
| Silver | 0.27 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1625-1642 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.27 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#162944 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Central Tudor rose within beaded circle, no mintmark or legend.
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), struck circa 1625-42 at the Tower mint, London. North#2274Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penny - Charles I (Tower) ND (1625-1642) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. Charles I was facing opposition from Parliament and the coinage was used as a tool for political propaganda. The coin features a portrait of the king on one side and a crowned shield on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the monarch. Despite the turmoil, the coin remained in circulation for over 150 years, a testament to its durability and the trust that people had in the currency.
