© PCGS
© PCGS
4 Pence - Lord Baltimore “Groat” ND
1659 year| Silver | - | 16.3 mm |
| Issuer | Maryland (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) |
|---|---|
| Period | Colonial period (1607-1776) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1659 |
| Value | 4 Pence (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 16.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#51517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Calvert coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CRESCITE : ET : MVLTIPLICAMINI
IV
Comment
It is believed that all of the Lord Baltimore Maryland coinage was struck in England, most likely at the Royal MintInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Lord Baltimore "Groat" coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the American colonies. The coin was issued in 1659, just a few years after the establishment of the Maryland colony by George Calvert, the first Lord Baltimore. At this time, the colony was still struggling to establish a stable economy and government, and the coin was likely used as a means of facilitating trade and commerce. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
