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1 Crown - Charles II 1st bust
1663 year| Silver (.925) | 30.1 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1663 |
| Value | 1 Crown |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 30.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#53764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
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 63·
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Edge
Regnal year in Roman figures
Lettering: ANNO REGNI XV
Translation: Fifteenth year of reign
Comment
Upper and lower shields of arms not quartered, varieties exist.The standard weight of this coin was 30/31 troy ounce or 464.5 grains.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1663 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 rebirth of the English monarchy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1663 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Crown - Charles II (1st bust) 1663 coin.
