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1 Farthing - Charles I Rose issue; type 4b ND
| Copper (with brass wedge) | 0.9 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1636-1643 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper (with brass wedge) |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#42092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Crowned Tudor rose, one layer of petals, mintmark at 11 o'clock, remainder of royal title around.
Note: single arched crown, short legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: FRA: ET: HI: REX
Unabridged legend: Franciae Et Hiberniae Rex
Translation: France and Ireland
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Rose farthing, type 4b (1636-43).In 1636, directions were given to Lord Maltravers and Sir Francis Crane “to make a new sort of farthing token which should have a little brass in the middle of the copper to distinguish the true farthings from forgeries.” The harp on the reverse was replaced by a rose, hence these pieces are known as the Rose farthings, and are the last made under the patent of Charles I, which was abolished during the interregnum.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Farthing - Charles I (Rose issue; type 4b) ND (1636-1643) from England is that it was made with a unique combination of copper and brass. The coin features a brass wedge, which was used to prevent counterfeiting and to ensure the coin's authenticity. This feature is particularly interesting because it shows the innovative ways in which coin makers have sought to prevent counterfeiting throughout history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1636-1643) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Farthing - Charles I (Rose issue; type 4b) ND (1636-1643) coin.
