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The 1666 Half Crown belongs to the early milled silver series of Charles II. The third bust marks an important design stage within Restoration coinage, following the earlier first and second bust issues.
Description
The 1666 Charles II Third Bust Half Crown is a scarce early milled issue and should be separated from the elephant and overdate varieties.
History
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Quick Facts
1666
Denomination
Year
Half Crown
Monarch
Charles II
Era
Stuart
No records available
Mintage
BRITISH COINAGE
Standard
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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
Is the 1666 Third Bust Half Crown the same as the elephant type?
No. The normal Third Bust Half Crown should be listed separately from the Elephant Below Bust subtype and from the 1666 over 4 variety.
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
1664 Half Crown Second Bust XVI Edge
1666 Half Crown Elephant Below Bust
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