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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
3 Pence - Charles I Provincial issues; York ND
| Silver | 1.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1643-1644 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#167853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Complex quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, divided mint name above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHRIS TO · AVS PICE · R EGN
EB|OR
Translation:
I reign under the auspices of Christ
York
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Civil war provincial issues, York mint (1643-44).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pence - Charles I (Provincial issues; York) ND (1643-1644) coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in England. The coin was minted in York, which was a stronghold of the Royalist cause during the English Civil War. The war was fought between the Royalists, who supported King Charles I, and the Parliamentarians, who supported Parliament and eventually became the Commonwealth of England. The coin's minting in York during this time period highlights the city's loyalty to the king and the royal cause.
