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2 Pence - Charles II Milled Coinage ND
| Silver (.925) | 1.0 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1662-1670 |
| Value | 2 Pence (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#53807 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over cross fourchée, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · CHRISTO · AVSPICE · REGNO
Translation: I reign under the auspice of Christ
Comment
House of Stuart Restored (1660-1714), Charles II (1660-85), Milled coinage (1662-85).The standard weight of this coin was 1/31 troy ounce or 15.5 grains.
Krause & Mischler SCWC 1601-1700 this type appears not to be listed in Krause.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pence - Charles II (Milled Coinage) ND (1662-1670) 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 coinage was a way to assert his authority and re-establish the monarchy. The milled coinage was a new technology that allowed for more precise and consistent minting, and the use of silver was a symbol of the value and wealth of the English crown. Despite the challenges of the time, this coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of Charles II and the English monarchy.
