1658 Shilling – Oliver Cromwell

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The 1658 Shilling - Oliver Cromwell

A silver Oliver Cromwell shilling dated 1658, London Mint. Diameter is 28mm and the weight is 5.98g. SCBC: 3228.

Although the Oliver Cromwell 1658 Shilling was in general circulation they are classed as Pattern Coins as they had not been submitted to a Trial of the Pyx, or mentioned in proclamations. The 1658 Shilling is quite a rare coin, the better specimens are often over £5,000.

The Obverse shows a draped bust of Oliver Cromwell facing left wearing a laurel. The inscription is "OLIVAR D G RP ANG SCO HIB &c PRO" meaning Oliver, by the Grace of God, of the Republic of England, Scotland, Ireland etc., Protector.

Edge is milled.

The Reverse of the Oliver Cromwell 1658 Shilling is a crowned shield with the cross of St George in two quarters and the cross of St Andrew and the Irish Harp in the other two quarters. The Lion rampant in the centre is the Protector's family arms. Divided date above. Legend reads "PAX QVAERITVR BELLO" meaning peace is sought by war.

Image credit: M J Hughes Coins
 
Mintage: Not known
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1658. See Coins and Events of 1658
Monarch/Ruler: Oliver Cromwell / Commonwealth (1649-1660)
Category: Shillings. See more Shilling coins and see which Shilling coins have the lowest mintage.
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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