© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
1 Unite - Charles I Briot's milled issue ND
| Gold | 9 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1631-1632 |
| Value | 1 Unite |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#121510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned royal shield of arms dividing crowned royal cypher, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· FLORENT · CONCORDIA · REGNA ·
C R
Unabridged legend:
Florent Concordia Regna
Carolus Rex
Translation:
Kingdoms flourish through harmony
King Charles
Engraver: Nicholas Briot
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Nicholas Briot's milled issues (1631-32).Mintmark varieties exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Unite - Charles I (Briot's milled issue) ND (1631-1632) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Gold weighing 9 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in England. The coin was issued by King Charles I, who was facing financial difficulties due to the cost of his military campaigns and the need to pay off his debts. As a result, the coin was made with a lower gold content than previous issues, which caused inflation and discontent among the population. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
