½ Guinea - Charles II 2nd bust (1672–1684)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1672–1684 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 3348 |
Second laureate bust of King Charles II right, legend around. Note: rounded truncation with no 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 84·
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Daily limit reachedAbout the 1672 Half Guinea - Charles II 2nd bust
The 1672 Half Guinea - Charles II 2nd bust is a circulating ½ guinea coin issued from 1672 to 1684, 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 1672 Half Guinea - Charles II 2nd bust worth?
No verified sale of the 1672 Half Guinea - Charles II 2nd 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 1672 Half Guinea - Charles II 2nd 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.
