1 Shilling - Charles I York type 1 (1643–1644)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1643–1644 |
| Denomination | 1 Shilling |
| Face value | 5p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.000g |
| Diameter | 30.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2870 |
Crowned bust of King Charles I left, with scalloped lace collar and denomination behind head, all within an inner beaded circle, legend around.
[mm]·CAROLVS·DG·MAG·BRI·FRA·ET·HI·REX·
Square-topped quartered shield of arms over cross fleury, EBOR divided above, legend around.
·CHRIST O·AVSPI CE·REG NO·[mm]·
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The 1643 1 Shilling - Charles I York – type 1 is a circulating 1 shilling coin issued from 1643 to 1644, struck in silver. It weighs 5g and measures 30mm across. Reverse design: Square-topped quartered shield of arms over cross fleury, EBOR divided above, legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1643 1 Shilling - Charles I York – type 1 worth?
No verified sale of the 1643 1 Shilling - Charles I York – type 1 has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £6.73 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1643 1 Shilling - Charles I York – type 1?
Check the weight 5g and diameter 30mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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