Double Crown - Charles I Tower Mint 2nd bust (1625–1629)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1625–1629 |
| Denomination | 2 Crowns |
| Face value | 50p |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.500g |
| Diameter | 26.0mm |
| Thickness | 0.60mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2699 |
Second bust of King Charles facing Left, in ruff, armour and mantle. X behind. Denomination behind bust.
CAROLVS • D .' G .' MAG .' BR .' FR .' ET • HIB.' REX X
Garnished crowned and squared top quartered shield, legend around.
• CVLTORES • SVI • DEVS • PROTEGIT •
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Daily limit reachedAbout the 1625 Double Crown - Charles I Tower Mint – 2nd bust
The 1625 Double Crown - Charles I Tower Mint – 2nd bust is a circulating 2 crowns coin issued from 1625 to 1629, struck in gold. It weighs 4.5g and measures 26mm across. Reverse design: Garnished crowned and squared top quartered shield, legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1625 Double Crown - Charles I Tower Mint – 2nd bust worth?
No verified sale of the 1625 Double Crown - Charles I Tower Mint – 2nd bust has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth up to £447 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1625 Double Crown - Charles I Tower Mint – 2nd bust?
Check the weight 4.5g and diameter 26mm and the metal (gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
