Record ID: IOW-60B32E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn and pierced post-Medieval silver halfgroat of Charles I (1625-1649). Struck at the Tower mint under the King. Group D. Initial marks: [harp]/harp, 1632-1633 (North 1991: 162, ref: 2255). Obverse: CAROLVS [D G MB F ET] H: [REX]; Crowned bust facing left with II (mark of value) behind the head. Reverse: I[VSTI]TIA.TH[RONVM FIR]MAT. (Justice strengthens the throne); Oval garnished shield, C R at sides. Diameter: 17.5mm. Weight: 0.79g. DA=12:10. North, J. J. 1991. English Hammered Coinage, Volume II, Edward I to Charles II, 1272-1662. Spink & Son, London.
Created on: Sunday 28th October 2018
Last updated: Monday 29th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-59BF3B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A clipped sliver Half Groat of Charles I. Mint mark a sceptre. Tower Mint under Parliament 1646-8. Weight 0.75g, Diameter 16.1mm, Thickness 0.5mm. North: 2260
Created on: Sunday 28th October 2018
Last updated: Monday 29th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Foy', grid reference and parish protected.