© Baldwins of St James Ltd
© Baldwins of St James Ltd
4 Merks - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type II
| Silver | 28.28 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1664-1673 |
| Value | 4 Merks (8⁄3) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#164745 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms arranged in a cross, conjoined Cs in each quarter, value in the centre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · MAG · BRI · FRA · ET · HIB · REX · 1673
Translation: King of Great Britain, France and Ireland
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Merks - Charles II (1st Coinage, Type II) coin from Scotland is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. Charles II was restored to the throne in 1660, after a period of republican rule, and he sought to re-establish the monarchy and stabilize the economy. The coinage was an important part of this effort, as it helped to promote trade and commerce, and the 4 Merks coin was a key denomination in circulation during this time. Despite the challenges of the era, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
