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1 Shilling - Charles I Carlisle siege coinage
1645 year| Silver | 4.8 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1645 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#147017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend across two horizontal lines, date and rosette below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OBS:
CARL
1645
Translation: Siege of Carlisle
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Siege coinage of the English Civil War (1645-49)The English city of Carlisle, located on the border with Scotland, was besieged unsuccessfully by the Covenanters in October 1644 but the second attempt led by Alexander Leslie, 1st Earl of Leven, resulted in the garrison and townspeople surrendering in June 1645.
Note: round or octagonal pieces exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1645 Charles I Shilling coin is that it was part of a special series of coins minted during the English Civil War, specifically during the siege of Carlisle. The coinage was minted in a makeshift mint in the city, using silver plate and other metals that were available at the time. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted during a time of war and political upheaval, and its design and production process reflect the challenges and limitations of the time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1645 | 3460 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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