½ Guinea - Charles II 1st bust (1669–1672)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1669–1672 |
| Denomination | ½ Guinea |
| Face value | 52.5p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.917) (917/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 4.190g · 0.1235 t oz |
| Diameter | 21.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 3347 |
First laureate bust of King Charles II right, legend around. Note: pointed truncation with lock of hair to front
CAROLVS·II· DEI·GRATIA
Crowned cruciform shields around interlinked C's with sceptres bearing national emblems in angles, divided date above, legend around.
MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB· REX·16· 69·
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The 1669 Half Guinea - Charles II 1st bust is a circulating ½ guinea coin issued from 1669 to 1672, struck in 91.7% gold. It weighs 4.19g and measures 21mm across. Reverse design: Crowned cruciform shields around interlinked C's with sceptres bearing national emblems 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 1669 Half Guinea - Charles II 1st bust worth?
No verified sale of the 1669 Half Guinea - Charles II 1st bust has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £382 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1669 Half Guinea - Charles II 1st bust?
Check the weight 4.19g and diameter 21mm and the metal (91.7% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
