ENGLAND – CHARLES I (1625–1649) – COPPER ROSE FARTHING – SCBC 3206

Country: England

Dynasty: Stuart

Ruler: Charles I (1625–1649)

Denomination: Farthing (¼ Penny)

Type: Rose Farthing

Metal: Copper (AE)

Weight: 0.80 g

Diameter: 13 mm

Reference: SCBC 3206

Condition: Fine–Very Fine (Fine–VF), with edge damage

Obverse

Single-arched royal crown above two sceptres crossed in saltire, surrounded by a partially legible inscription.

Reverse

Crowned Tudor rose within a circular border, with traces of the surrounding inscription.

Historical Background

Charles I ruled England, Scotland and Ireland from 1625 until his execution in 1649. His reign was marked by growing conflict between the monarchy and Parliament, ultimately leading to the English Civil Wars.

Rose farthings were small copper coins issued under royal authority to facilitate everyday transactions at a time when low-value coinage was in short supply. These distinctive pieces are an interesting part of early Stuart monetary history.

Condition

Fine–Very Fine, with dark green and brown patina, areas of surface corrosion and deposits, and a noticeable irregular loss of metal at the upper edge. The crowned rose and crossed sceptres remain identifiable. The condition and edge damage are reflected in the valuation.

The coin pictured is the exact specimen offered for sale.