$136,500.00 USD
The 1625-1649 Great Britain Gold Unite is a striking and historically significant coin from the reign of King Charles I, who ruled from 1625 to 1649. This gold coin was minted during a period of increasing political and financial strain for the monarchy, leading up to the outbreak of the English Civil War. The Gold Unite was one of the most prominent gold coins of the time, valued at 20 shillings (or one pound), and it played a key role in the economic transactions of the period.
The obverse of the 1625-1649 Gold Unite features a portrait of King Charles I in armor, with a crown on his head. The legend surrounding the portrait reads "CAROLUS D.G. MAG. BRIT. FRA. ET HIB. REX", which translates to "Charles, by the Grace of God, King of Great Britain, France, and Ireland." This inscription reflects Charles I's divine right to rule, emphasizing his authority not only over England but also over France and Ireland, despite limited control in these territories.
On the reverse, the Gold Unite showcases a shield with the royal arms of England, Scotland, and Ireland, often surrounded by a set of crowns. The inscription "POSVIMVS DEVM ADIVTOREM NOSTRVM" translates to "We have made God our helper," reinforcing the idea that the monarchy’s authority was divinely ordained and supported by God. This phrase underscores the religious and political ideology of the time, which held that the king ruled by divine right.
