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1 Groat - Charles I Aberystwyth mint; bust within circle ND
| Silver | 2 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1638-1642 |
| Value | 1 Groat (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#26425 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Garnished oval shield of arms, plume above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO
Translation: I reign under the auspices of Christ
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Provincial Civil War issues, struck at the Aberystwyth mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat - Charles I (Aberystwyth mint; bust within circle) ND (1638-1642) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. Charles I was facing opposition from Parliament and the coinage was used as a tool for political propaganda. The coin features a bust of Charles I within a circle, which was a departure from the traditional design of English coins and was seen as a symbol of the king's absolute power. Despite the turmoil, the coin remained in circulation for over 20 years and is now a sought-after collector's item.
