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6 Pence - Charles II Milled issue
| Silver (.925) | 3.0 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles II (1660-1685) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1674-1684 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#27925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Garter star with interlinked C's in angles, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB REX·16 81·
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Engraver: John Roetier
Comment
House of Stuart Restored (1660-1714), Charles II (1660-85), Milled coinage (1662-85).The standard weight of this coin was 3/31 troy ounce or 46.5 grains.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin of Charles II (Milled issue) is that it was minted during a time of great change in England. Charles II was restored to the throne in 1660, after a period of republican rule, and his reign saw significant changes in the country's economy, politics, and culture. The coinage of this period reflects some of these changes, with the introduction of new coinage designs and technologies, such as the milled edge, which was a new feature for English coins at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1677 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Pence - Charles II (Milled issue) 1674-1684 coin.
