1649 HALF GROAT CROMWELL

An exceptional half groat struck in 1649 during the Commonwealth period under Oliver Cromwell's leadership. This coin marks a pivotal moment in English history when the monarchy was abolished and coinage designs underwent radical transformation. The half groat of this era is notably scarce, as production was limited during the tumultuous Civil War and Interregnum years. This piece exemplifies the austere aesthetic of Commonwealth coinage, eschewing royal portraiture in favour of inscriptional designs. A significant historical artefact for collectors of English Civil War numismatics and Commonwealth-period currency, offering tangible connection to one of Britain's most transformative centuries.