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The 1666 Half Crown belongs to the early milled silver coinage of Charles II. The elephant mark identifies silver associated with African trade sources, giving this issue added historical and collector significance.
Description
The 1666 Charles II Half Crown with elephant below bust is a rare early milled silver issue with recognised specialist subtype with added collector interest where the elephant mark is clearly visible.
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Quick Facts
1666
Denomination
Year
Half Crown

Monarch
Charles II

Era
Stuart
No records available
Mintage

BRITISH COINAGE
Elephant Below Bust

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Silver
0.925 Fineness
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15.05 g
Weight

34.0 mm
Diameter

Lettered
Edge
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1666 Half Crown

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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the elephant mark important on the 1666 Half Crown?
The elephant mark identifies a recognised specialist subtype linked to African-sourced silver. It gives the coin stronger collector identity and makes attribution, surface quality, and mark visibility especially important.
Specifications
Metal
Fineness
Weight
Diameter
Edge
Type
Mintage
Period
Mint
Design
Silver
0.925
15.05 g
34.0 mm
Lettered, regnal year XVIII
Milled
No records available
Early Milled (1662-1816)
Royal Mint (London)
Third laureated bust right, cruciform shields reverse
1666 Half Crown Standard circulation
1666 Half Crown 1666 over 3 or 4
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