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medal of Charles I (medal)

Ownership/credit: Purchased with support from the Reynolds Chard bequest.

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Ownership/credit: Purchased with support from the Reynolds Chard bequest.

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Descriptions

This medal is dated 1639 and commemorates the Scottish rebellion. The image of Charles I on his horse was used as a model for the half crown coins minted in Exeter in 1642 and 1645.

Inscription

CAROLVS.D.G.MAG.BRIT.FRAN.ET.HIB.REX.1639
QVOS.DEVS


This object is on display at RAMM in the Making History gallery.

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