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1 Crown - Commonwealth of England
| Gold (.917) | 2.25 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Period | Commonwealth (1649-1660) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1649-1660 |
| Value | 1 Crown |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 2.25 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#16853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shields bearing the cross of St George and the harp for Ireland below denomination within beaded circle, date and legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1652 · GOD · WITH · VS ·
· V ·
Comment
Coins with anchor mintmark were struck after the death of Oliver Cromwell, under the Protectorship of his son, Richard.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Crown - Commonwealth of England 1649-1660 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in England. The coin was issued during the Commonwealth period, which lasted from 1649 to 1660, when England was a republic following the execution of King Charles I. This period saw significant political, social, and economic changes in England, including the establishment of a new government and the trial and execution of King Charles I. Despite this turmoil, the coinage of the time remained consistent, with the 1 Crown coin being issued in gold, silver, and copper denominations. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that serves as a reminder of this pivotal moment in English history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1650 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1658 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Crown - Commonwealth of England 1649-1660 coin.
