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1 Shilling - Charles I Pontefract siege coinage
1648 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1648 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Rhombus |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#53824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Central castle, legend and denomination around, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OBS P XII C
1648
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 1648 Charles I Pontefract siege coinage silver shilling is that it was minted during the English Civil War, specifically during the siege of Pontefract Castle, which was a key stronghold of the Royalist forces. The coinage was produced in limited quantities and was used to pay the soldiers and supporters of the Royalist cause. As a result, these coins are now highly sought after by collectors and are considered to be an important piece of British numismatic history.
