Charles II Threepence Reproduction Coin

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2014
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Information On The Original Coin:
The Charles II Threepence is a silver coin minted during the reign of Charles II. This particular coin was notable for its Crown mint mark, inner circles, and the III mark indicating its value. On the face of this coin, there's an inscription ""CAROLVS IID G MAG BRIF ET H REX"", which translates to ""Charles II by the grace of God King of Great Britain France and Ireland"". On the reverse, there's another phrase ""CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO"", which means ""I reign under the auspices of Christ"".

Information On The Coins Commissioner:
Charles II was born in the year 1630. Following the tragic execution of his father, Charles I, in 1649, Charles II was crowned by the Scots at Scone. In 1651, he made an attempt to reclaim the English throne and invaded England, but faced defeat at the hands of Oliver Cromwell in the Battle of Worcester. It wasn't until 1660 that Charles II would return from his exile and be restored to the English throne, a position he held until his death in 1685. Charles II's reign witnessed significant events like the Great Plague of London in 1665. Additionally, Charles II was known for his numerous affairs and had many children with his various mistresses.

Product Material:
Cast from fine English lead free pewter, and then given an antique finish.