© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
Double Crown / ½ Unite - Charles I Tower mint; Pattern ND
1634 year| Gold | 4.55 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1634 |
| Value | 2 Crowns (½) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.55 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#318018 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Garnished crowned and quartered shield, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • CVLTORES • SVI • DEVS • PROTEGIT •
Translation: God protects His worshipers
Engraver: Edward Greene
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), Charles I (1625-49), gold double crown, struck at the Tower mint, London.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern Double Crown / ½ Unite - Charles I (Tower mint; Pattern) ND (1634) from England is that it is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a "pattern" coin, meaning that it was struck as a trial or sample piece, rather than a regular circulating coin. This particular coin is made of gold and weighs 4.55 grams, making it a unique and valuable piece for collectors.
