coin, coin
Accession Number
NAM.1971-12-45-1
Description
White metal coin, 1643. With monetary value of five schillings. Known as Ormonde Money and is an example of coinage struck in Ireland by the orders of the Viceroy James, Marquess of Ormonde to pay the followers of King Charles I during the English Civil War. In relief, on obverse, is a monarchial crown and the letters 'CR' (Carolus Rex- King Charles), surrounded by a raised continuous linear rim within a beaded border; On reverse is a large relief outline Roman numeral 'V' surmounted by an 'S'. With an irregular rim, extending in places beyond the beading, in other parts intruding on to it. Associated with the English Civil War (1642-1649).
Campaigns
English Civil War (1642-1649)



