1 Crown - Charles II (1st bust) 1662 front 1 Crown - Charles II (1st bust) 1662 back
1 Crown - Charles II (1st bust) 1662 photo
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1 Crown - Charles II 1st bust

1662 year
Silver (.925) 30.1 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Charles II (1660-1685)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1662
Value
1 Crown
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
30.1 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#12858
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Crowned cruciform shields around central Garter star with interlinked C's in angles, divided date above, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB· REX·16 62·
CC CC CC CC

Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland

Engraver: John Roettier

Edge

Regnal year in Latin

Comment

Rose below bust, dated edge, coin or medal alignment.

The standard weight of this coin was 30/31 troy ounce or 464.5 grains.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1662 Charles II 1 Crown coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in England. Charles II had recently been restored to the throne following the Commonwealth period, and the country was undergoing a series of reforms and restorations. The coin itself reflects this period of transition, as it features a new portrait of the king, designed by Thomas Simon, which was meant to symbolize the renewal and rejuvenation of the English monarchy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1662  - - - - - -

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