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6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust; group E ND
| Silver | 2.7 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1636-1640 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#52430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Square topped quartered shield of arms over cross moline , legend around.
Note: varieties exist (see below)
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRISTO · AVSPICE · REGNO · [mint mark] ·
Translation: I reign under the auspices of Christ
Comment
This page covers the three recorded sub-types of Charles I sixpence struck by the Tower Mint, London under the king between 1636 and 1640:Sp#2814, KM#96 (1636-39) Obv - 5th bust, VI behind, double-arched crown; Rev - square topped shield;
Sp#2815, KM#96 (1636-38) Obv - 5th bust, VI behind, double-arched crown; Rev - Lyre cross ends to shield;
Sp#2816, KM#96 (1636-40) Obv - 5th bust, VI behind, single-arched crown; Rev - as before;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin with the 5th bust of Charles I (group E) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. The coin was minted between 1636 and 1640, a period known as the "Personal Rule" of Charles I, when the king ruled without a parliament. This was a time of great tension between the king and his subjects, and ultimately led to the English Civil War in 1642. Despite this turmoil, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the British monarchy.
