© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
1 Broad - Charles II Pattern
1660 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1660 |
| Value | 1 Broad |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#267104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Small shields of arms of England, Scotland, France and Ireland in cruciform with crowned CCs in angles around garter star, date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1660 MAG MALI A·DEI
Translation: Mighty acts of God
Engraver: Thomas Simon
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Charles II pattern broad in gold by Thomas Simon, from Lot 2285 at Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers, which sold for $270,000.Also struck in silver.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Broad - Charles II (Pattern) 1660 from England is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The Restoration of the monarchy had just taken place, and Charles II was newly crowned king. This coin was minted as a pattern piece to test the design and quality of the gold coins that would be used in the new currency system. It features a unique design, with the king's portrait on one side and a crowned shield on the other, and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
