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1 Shilling - Charles II 2nd milled bust
| Silver (.925) | 6.0 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1666-1683 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 6.0 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#53802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Garter star with interlinked C's in angles, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB· REX·16 72·
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland.
Comment
House of Stuart Restored (1660-1714), Charles II (1660-85), Milled coinage (1662-85).The standard weight of this coin was 6/31 troy ounce or 92.9 grains.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - Charles II (2nd milled bust) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in England. Charles II was restored to the throne in 1660, after a period of republican rule, and his reign saw the rebuilding of London after the Great Fire of 1666 and the Great Plague of 1665. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the time remained consistent, with the 1 Shilling coin being a staple of everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1668 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling - Charles II (2nd milled bust) 1666-1683 coin.
