1 Shilling - Charles II "Guinea head" (1666)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1666 |
| Denomination | 1 Shilling |
| Face value | 5p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 5.950g · 0.1769 t oz |
| Diameter | 25.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 3374 |
Laureate but not draped bust of King Charles II right, legend around. Elephant below bust, with a stop before • DEI
CAROLVS·II· ·DEI·GRATIA
Crowned cruciform shields around central Garter star with interlinked C's in angles, divided date above, legend around.
MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB· REX·16 66·
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The 1666 1 Shilling - Charles II "Guinea head" is a circulating 1 shilling coin, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 5.95g and measures 25mm across. Reverse design: Crowned cruciform shields around central Garter star with interlinked C's in angles, divided date above, legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1666 1 Shilling - Charles II "Guinea head" worth?
No verified sale of the 1666 1 Shilling - Charles II "Guinea head" has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £7.41 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1666 1 Shilling - Charles II "Guinea head"?
Check the weight 5.95g and diameter 25mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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