½ Crown - Charles II 4th bust (1672–1684)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1672–1684 |
| Denomination | ½ Crown |
| Face value | 12.5p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 15.050g · 0.4476 t oz |
| Diameter | 34.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Inscription including regnal year: Inscription including regnal year / DECVS ET TVTAMEN ANNO REGNI TRICESIMO PRIMO |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Obv. artist | John (Jan) Roettiers |
| Rev. artist | John (Jan) Roettiers |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 3367-3370 |
Fourth laureate and draped bust of King Charles II right, legend around.
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 79· CC CC CC CC
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The 1672 Half Crown - Charles II 4th bust is a circulating ½ crown coin issued from 1672 to 1684, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 15.05g and measures 34mm 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 1672 Half Crown - Charles II 4th bust worth?
No verified sale of the 1672 Half Crown - Charles II 4th bust has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £18.74 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1672 Half Crown - Charles II 4th bust?
Check the weight 15.05g and diameter 34mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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