England 1 Shilling - Charles I, 1638 – 1639
Briot's late bust
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Shilling
Year
1638 – 1639
Ruler
Charles I
(1625–1649)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
5.85
Diameter (mm)
30
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Shilling from England. Issued from 1638 to 1639. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 30 mm and weighs 5.85 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned portrait of King Charles I left, denomination behind head, legend around, mintmark at 12 o'clock. Note: the falling lace collar is plain with broad lace border, no scarf. (Charles by the Grace of God King of Great Britain France and Ireland)
- Reverse
- Square-topped shield of arms over long cross fourchee, legend around, mintmark at 12 o'clock. Note: cross only to inner circle. (I reign under the auspices of Christ)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1638-1639) | — | mm. Anchor (57) | 100% | |
| ND (1638-1639) | — | mm. Anchor and B (58) |
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