1662 King Charles II Gold Broad 20 Shillings PCGS AU55

The 1662 Great Britain King Charles II Gold Broad of 20 Shillings was struck in the early Restoration era following Charles II's return to the throne in 1660. It represents a significant transitional coinage between the old hammered gold coins (the "Unite" of 20 shillings) and the new milled coinage that would soon follow. Designed by Thomas Simon, the famed engraver (also known for the 1663 Petition Crown), whose tiny initial "S" is visible below the King's bust on the obverse.

Obverse: Displays a laureate and draped bust of King Charles II facing left. The Latin legend reads CAR. II. D. G. M. BR. FR. ET. HI. REX, an abbreviation of “Charles II, by the Grace of God, King of Great Britain, France, and Ireland.” The tiny “S” initial of engraver Thomas Simon appears below the bust.

Reverse: Shows a crowned quartered shield of arms with the date 1662 above. The surrounding motto FLORENT. CONCORDIA. REGNA. translates to “Through concord kingdoms flourish.” This was among the first machine-struck gold coins of Charles II’s reign, struck with a screw press at the Royal Mint.

Most surviving Broads are found in far lower grades (Fine to VF are often encountered, sometimes EF/AU but with problems like mounting, polishing or scratches)

S-3337A; North-2780