England Double Crown - James I, 1611 – 1619
2nd coinage; 5th bust
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Crowns
Year
1611 – 1619
Ruler
James I
(1603–1625)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.89
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Crowns from England. Issued from 1611 to 1619. Struck in Gold (.9167). Measures 29 mm and weighs 4.89 g.
- Obverse
- Fifth crowned bust of James I right within inner circle, legend around. (James by the Grace of God King of Great Britain France and Ireland)
- Reverse
- Crowned quartered shield of arms dividing royal cypher within inner circle, legend around. (Henry united the rose, James the Kingdoms King James)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1619) | — | mm. Saltire cross (16) | ||
| ND (1618-1619) | — | mm. Plain cross (7a) | ||
| ND (1617-1618) | — | mm. Crescent (72b) | ||
| ND (1616-1617) | — | mm. Book on lectern (132) | ||
| ND (1615-1616) | — | mm. Tun (123) | ||
| ND (1613) | — | mm. Trefoil (45) | ||
| ND (1613-1615) | — | mm. Cinquefoil (32) | ||
| ND (1612-1613) | — | mm. Tower (71) | ||
| ND (1611-1612) | — | mm. Mullet (25) |
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