1 Shilling - Charles I Pontefract siege coinage (1648)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1648 |
| Denomination | 1 Shilling |
| Face value | 5p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.700g |
| Diameter | 29.0mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided, Also lozenge shaped or round) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 3148 |
Crowned Royal cypher with legend around.
DVM: SPIRO: SPERO
Image of Pontefract Castle, hand holding sword to right side, legend around, date below.
OBS P C 1648
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The 1648 1 Shilling - Charles I Pontefract siege coinage is a circulating 1 shilling coin, struck in silver. It weighs 4.7g and measures 29mm across. Reverse design: Image of Pontefract Castle, hand holding sword to right side, legend around, date below.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1648 1 Shilling - Charles I Pontefract siege coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1648 1 Shilling - Charles I Pontefract siege coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £6.36 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1648 1 Shilling - Charles I Pontefract siege coinage?
Check the weight 4.7g and diameter 29mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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