Charles I, Ninepences, Newark Siege, 1646. 9 Pence = 3/4 Shilling (3/80). Large Crown dividing Royal cypher, denomination below. Lettering: C R IX. Legend Across two horizontal lines, date below. Lettering: OBS: NEWARK 1646. Translation: Siege Of Newark. These Pieces were generally hand cut from silverware donated by Royalist supporters towards the end of the English Civil War so consequently weight data is approximate and will vary. Newark-on-Trent, with its strategic geographical location, was a mainstay of the Royalist cause and was subject to a number of Parliamentarians Attacks, starting in February 1643. The final surrender was 6th May. CR; below, the denomination in pence in Latin numerals, IX; border. Legend in three lines; OBS:/ NEWARK / 1646; border of beads. Weakly struck or worn in. Parts of legend are with some weakness, otherwise, toned, very fine and rare. A return can be done by written testimony of a certified expert. Museum authoritys express doubts about the authenticity of any. Be made by guaranteed E. You wish to pay by the other methods please let us know at the end of. And we will send our address and bank details. The item “Charles I, Ninepences, Newark Siege, Silver Coin, 1646″ is in sale since Sunday, September 26, 2021. This item is in the category “Coins\Coins\British\Hammered (Pre-c.1662)\Stuart & Commonwealth Coins”. The seller is “cyrusmackie” and is located in Twickenham. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom.
- Era: Charles I (1625-1649)
- Period: Stuart & Commonwealth
- Features: Hammered
- Metal: Silver
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
- Country of Origin: Great Britain