© Dix Noonan Webb
© Dix Noonan Webb
1 Penny - Charles II 3rd hammered issue ND
| Silver (.925) | - | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1660-1662 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#244559 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over cross fourchée, legend around.
Note: inner circle added, mintmark at 12 o'clock.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRISTO · AVSPICE · REGNO
Translation: I Reign Under The Auspice of Christ
Comment
House of Stuart Restored (1660-1714), Charles II (1660-85), Hammered coinage (1660-62).Third issue with mark of value behind head and inner circles added. North 2775
This was the last issue before the ancient hand hammering process was finally superceded by the machinery of Blondeau.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Charles II (3rd hammered issue) ND (1660-1662) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in England. Charles II had recently been restored to the throne following the Commonwealth period, and the country was still recovering from the effects of the Civil War. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period is known for its high quality and artistic merit, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
