Newark

In operation from late 1645 to May 6, 1646 when the town surrendered. Issues can read "OBS NEWARK(E)" (obsidium → "siege"). Original production is estimated at 5,000-10,000 coins with about 100-200 surviving. Issues include Halfcrowns, Shillings, Ninepences, and Sixpences.

Ninepence

1645 Ninepence minted in Newark

Large crown between CR.

OBS / NEWARKE

North 2641, S 3145. Stippling from the underlying type is visible.

Shilling

1645 Shilling minted in Newark

Large crown between CR.

OBS / NEWARKE

Hird 252, North 2640, S 3142. Ex Alderman Horace Hird.

Halfcrown

1645 Halfcrown minted in Newark

Large crown between CR.

OBS / NEWARK

Bull 686, Hird 245, Brooker 1221, N 2638, S 3140. Top of the reverse shows the underlying type. Ex Alan Morris, Welsh Marches, S. Mote.