Record ID: IOW-2271B4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete and worn post-Medieval silver halfgroat of Charles I (1625-1649). Struck at the Tower mint under the King. Group D. Initial mark: star, 1640-1641 (North 1991: 162, ref: 2258). Obverse: [ ]LVS.D:G:M:B:F[ ]; Crowned bust facing left with II (mark of value) behind the head Reverse: .I[ ]THRONVM.FIRMAT. (Justice strengthens the throne); Oval garnished shield Diameter: 15.5mm. Weight: 0.79g. DA=12:7-8. North, J. J. 1991. English Hammered Coinage, Volume II, Edward I to Charles II, 1272-1662. Spink & Son, London.
Created on: Saturday 1st March 2014
Last updated: Sunday 2nd March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.