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1 Shilling - Charles I Newark siege coinage
| Silver | 5.93 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1645-1646 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.93 g |
| Shape | Rhombus |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#16851 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend across two horizontal lines, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OBS
NEWARK
1646
Translation: Newark besieged
Comment
These pieces were generally hand cut from silverware donated by Royalist supporters towards the end of the English Civil War so consequently weight data is approximate and will vary.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - Charles I (Newark siege coinage) 1645-1646 coin is that it was minted during the English Civil War, specifically during the Siege of Newark, which lasted from 1644 to 1646. The coin was used as a means of payment for the soldiers and civilians during this time, and its production was overseen by the Royalist forces who controlled the area. Despite the turmoil of the war, the coin was still made of silver, indicating the value placed on it by both sides of the conflict.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1646 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling - Charles I (Newark siege coinage) 1645-1646 coin.
