© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
6 Pence - Charles I 1st bust; group A
| Silver | 3 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1625-1626 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#339345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Square topped quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRI STO·AV SPICE REGNO · [mm] ·
Translation: I reign under the auspices of Christ
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Silver sixpence, Group A (1625-26), struck at the Tower mint, London. North#2235Sub-types:
Sp#2805, KM#92 (1625) small bust, double arched crown, mm. lis (images above)
Sp#2806, KM#92 (1625-26) broader bust, larger crown, mm. lis, cross calvary
Light weight sixpences (40.85 grains) exist of both date types of mm. cross calvary.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from England, featuring Charles I (1st bust; group A) and made of Silver, is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. The coin was minted in 1625-1626, a period when England was experiencing political and religious tensions, which would eventually lead to the English Civil War in 1642. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used denomination and was an important part of everyday transactions for many people.
