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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
6 Pence - Charles I 2nd bust; group B
| 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 | 1625-1630 |
| 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#339468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Square topped quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, divided date above, legend around.
Note: variety without cross exists (see below)
Script: Latin
Lettering: [mm] CHRI STO AV SPICE REGNO
Translation: I reign under the auspices of Christ
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Silver sixpence, Group B (1625-30), struck at the Tower mint, London. North#2236Sub-types:
Sp#2807, KM#93 (1625-29) type 1a1 - arms over cross fourchée, mm. cross calvary (images above), negro's head, castle, anchor, heart;
Sp#2808, KM#93 (1630) type 1a2 - arms without cross fourchée, mm. heart, plume;
Light weight sixpences (40.85 grains) exist of 1626-dated Sp#2807 with mm. cross calvary.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from England, featuring Charles I (2nd bust; group B), is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the country. Charles I was facing opposition from Parliament and the coinage was used as a tool for political propaganda, with the king's image being used to promote his authority and legitimacy. Despite this, the coinage was also used to raise funds for the king's military campaigns, which ultimately led to the English Civil War. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex political and social dynamics of 17th-century England.
