1673 Charles II Crown

1673 Charles II Silver Crown – CAROLVS II DEI GRATIA

Kingdom of England
Charles II (1660–1685)
Silver Crown (5 Shillings)
Date: 1673
Diameter: ~38–39mm
Weight: ~29–30g
Metal: .925 Sterling Silver

Obverse

Laureate and draped bust of Charles II facing right, legend:
CAROLVS·II·DEI·GRATIA

A strong portrait with clear facial definition and good surviving hair detail.

Reverse

Cruciform shields representing England, Scotland, Ireland, and France with interlinked “C” motifs in angles. Central Garter Star.
Legend: MAG·BR·FRA·ET·HIB·REX·1673

The shields remain well defined with attractive, even wear and pleasing old silver tone.

Good Very Fine with even circulation wear.

• Clear portrait

• Strong legends

• Balanced surfaces

• Honest 17th-century eye appeal

No obvious harsh cleaning — nice original character.