© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
1 Farthing - Charles I Richmond issue; type 6 ND
1633 year| Copper | 0.5 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1633 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#323402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend around scroll-fronted harp, crown with 7 jewels.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FRA: ET HIB: REX
Translation: France and Scotland, King
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Copper farthing token, Richmond type 6.Die axis can be 0° or 180°. The harp has 6 strings, except in 2 rare varieties with 5 and 7.
Type 6 is found as uncut singles or strips.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Farthing - Charles I (Richmond issue; type 6) ND (1633) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Copper weighing 0.5 g is that it was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in England. The coin was minted in 1633, during the reign of King Charles I, when the country was facing a severe shortage of small change, which was essential for everyday transactions. To address this issue, local authorities and private individuals were authorized to issue tokens, like this one, which were accepted as currency by the government and merchants. This coin is a rare example of a token that was issued during this time, and it is a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of England during a period of economic hardship.
