The 1660-1669 Threepence - Charles IISilver threepence of King Charles II. Undated, struck between 1660 and 1669 at the Tower Mint in London (Royal Mint), as after that the coins were dated. Hammered. Diameter 17mm, weighs 1.4g. SCBC 3385. Same design as the fourpence of the same era. Coin shown is holed.
The Obverse shows the crowned and draped bust of King Charles II facing left (on the later milled coins he faced right). Legend is "CAROLVS . II . D . G . M . B . F. & H REX". CAROLVS is eating for Charles. The 'III' to the right of the head is a mark of value, 3 pence.
Edge is plain.
The Reverse shows a square topped quartered shield, showing the arms of England, France, Scotland and Ireland. Shield is on top of a cross fleury. Legend is "CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO" meaning "I reign under the auspices of Christ". Mintmark is a crown.Image credit: Museums Victoria
Mintage: Not known
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1660. See Coins and Events of 1660
Monarch/Ruler: Charles II (1660-1685)
Category: Three Pence. See more Three Pence coins
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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