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Crown (five shillings) of Charles II, rose below bust.
In 1699 under William III, roses were placed in the angles between the shields on the reverses of silver coins, again denoting West of England mined silver. This continued until the reign of George II, the last year with roses being 1747.
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Crown (five shillings) of Charles II, rose below bust. In 1699 under William III, roses were placed in the angles between the shields on the reverses of silver coins, again denoting West of England mined silver. This continued until the reign of George II, the last year with roses being 1747. Images copyright Chard
Europe
United Kingdom
1662