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6 Pence - Charles I 3rd bust; group C
| 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 | 1630-1631 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#340412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oval garnished quartered shield of arms below royal cypher, mintmark at 12 o'clock, legend around.
Note: variety with plume above shield exists (see below)
Script: Latin
Lettering: · CHRISTO · AVSPICE · REGNO · [mm]
Translation: I reign under the auspices of Christ
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), Silver sixpence, Group C (1630-31), struck at the Tower mint, London. North#2238Sub-types:
Sp#2809, KM#94 (1630-31) type 2a - oval garnished shield, C R above (as images above);
Sp#2810, KM#94 (1630-31) type 2b - oval garnished shield, plume dividing C R above.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from England, featuring Charles I (3rd bust; group C) and made of silver, is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the country. The coin was produced in 1630-1631, a period marked by political and religious tensions, as well as economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used denomination and helped to facilitate trade and commerce in England and its territories.
