Royaume d’Angleterre. Charles I. Shilling 1638-1639





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Rare florin en argent du roi Charles Ier (12d), frappé à la Tour de Londres entre 1638 et 1639, lot Groupe E, Type 4.3, poids 6,09 g, frappé en double à l’avers et revers portant une marque d’atelier ancre et un écusson sur croix moline, erreur de légende avec un N inversé dans REGNO, provenance Kelvin Brosz Collection.
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Rare King Charles I Silver Shilling – Legend Error & Prestigious Provenance
Exceptional, historically significant piece of British numismatics: a genuine hammered silver Shilling struck under King Charles I.
This coin is a highly sought-after Group E, Type 4.3 issue minted at the Tower of London between 1638 and 1639. The observe features the crowned fifth "Aberystwyth" bust of the King facing left with a single-arched crown and the Roman numeral denomination "XII" positioned behind his head to denote 12 pence. This particular obverse strike exhibits an interesting double-struck execution.
The reverse features a square-topped shield set over a cross moline with an anchor mintmark stamped at the top. What makes this specific piece incredibly special to error collectors is a highly unusual legend error: an upside-down letter "N" in the word "REGNO" on the reverse die. This distinct error is highlighted on the accompanying collector's tag.
Weighing 6.09g, this fascinating coin boasts an honest, attractive tone. Adding to its prestige, the coin features an elite pedigree, originating directly from the esteemed Kelvin Brosz Collection.
Ruler: King Charles I (1625–1649)
Denomination: Silver Shilling (12d)
Mint & Date: Tower Mint (Under King) / 1638–1639
Classification: Group E, Type 4.3 (Mintmark: Anchor)
Special Variety: Features a rare legend error with an upside-down "N" in REGNO
Weight & Axis: 6.09g (93.98 grains) / Die axis 5h
Striking Details: Obverse double struck
References: S.2796 (noted as S.2794 on the collector tags), North 2229, Brooker 517 (from this exact reverse die)
Provenance: From the Kelvin Brosz Collection
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Rare King Charles I Silver Shilling – Legend Error & Prestigious Provenance
Exceptional, historically significant piece of British numismatics: a genuine hammered silver Shilling struck under King Charles I.
This coin is a highly sought-after Group E, Type 4.3 issue minted at the Tower of London between 1638 and 1639. The observe features the crowned fifth "Aberystwyth" bust of the King facing left with a single-arched crown and the Roman numeral denomination "XII" positioned behind his head to denote 12 pence. This particular obverse strike exhibits an interesting double-struck execution.
The reverse features a square-topped shield set over a cross moline with an anchor mintmark stamped at the top. What makes this specific piece incredibly special to error collectors is a highly unusual legend error: an upside-down letter "N" in the word "REGNO" on the reverse die. This distinct error is highlighted on the accompanying collector's tag.
Weighing 6.09g, this fascinating coin boasts an honest, attractive tone. Adding to its prestige, the coin features an elite pedigree, originating directly from the esteemed Kelvin Brosz Collection.
Ruler: King Charles I (1625–1649)
Denomination: Silver Shilling (12d)
Mint & Date: Tower Mint (Under King) / 1638–1639
Classification: Group E, Type 4.3 (Mintmark: Anchor)
Special Variety: Features a rare legend error with an upside-down "N" in REGNO
Weight & Axis: 6.09g (93.98 grains) / Die axis 5h
Striking Details: Obverse double struck
References: S.2796 (noted as S.2794 on the collector tags), North 2229, Brooker 517 (from this exact reverse die)
Provenance: From the Kelvin Brosz Collection
See the pictures for a better impression

