© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
1 Double Crown - Charles I 1st Coinage ND
| Gold (.917) | 5.02 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1625-1635 |
| Value | 2 Crowns (6) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 5.02 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#301154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned royal arms, 'C' to the left and 'R' to the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · HENRICVS · ROSAS · REGNA · IACOBVS ·
Translation: Henry (united) the roses, James (united) the Kingdoms
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Double Crown - Charles I (1st Coinage) ND (1625-1635) from Scotland is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. Charles I, who ruled Scotland and England, faced opposition from the Scottish Parliament and was eventually executed in 1649. Despite this turmoil, the coin remained in circulation and is now a valuable collector's item.
