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1 Crown - Charles II 2nd bust
| 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 |
| Years | 1664-1666 |
| 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#12859 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
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 66·
CC CC CC CC
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Engraver: John Roettier
Edge
Regnal date in Roman numerals
Lettering: XVIII
Translation: Eighteenth
Comment
Second draped bust is smaller than the first and with curving tie to wreath.The standard weight of this coin was 30/31 troy ounce or 464.5 grains.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Crown - Charles II (2nd bust) 1664-1666 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in England. Charles II had recently been restored to the throne following the Commonwealth period, and the country was still recovering from the effects of the Civil War and the execution of Charles I. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period is known for its high quality and artistic merit, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1664 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (2nd bust) 1664-1666 coin.
