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1⁄16 Dollar - Charles II 2nd Coinage
| Silver (.916) | 1.7 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1677-1681 |
| Value | 1⁄16 Dollar (⅙) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#25962 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Saltire with a crown in the centre. Thistle, rose, fleur de lis and Irish harp in the quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCO · ANG · FRA · ET · HIB · REX · 1681
Translation: King of Scotland, England, France and Ireland
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Scotland. Charles II was restored to the throne in 1660, after a period of republican rule, and his second coinage was introduced in 1677, which included this 1/16 dollar coin. The coin was made of silver and weighed 1.7 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin of its value at the time. Despite the challenges faced by Scotland during this period, including economic instability and political unrest, the coin remains a testament to the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1677 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄16 Dollar - Charles II (2nd Coinage) 1677-1681 coin.
