Charles I (1625-49), Shilling, Tower mint under Parliament, Group G, type 4.5, seventh tall course narrow crowned bust left, double arched crown, value XII in field behind, mintmark sun, legend reads CAROLVS DG MAG BRI FRA ET HIB REX. Rev, square topped quartered shield of arms over cross moline, reads CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO, 5.82g (S.2802; N.2233; Sharp HI/1; Brooker 564). Pleasing tone, a scarcer bust not seen as frequently in the series, flan jagged in places, nicely toned with an adequate portrait and clear coat of arms, legends partially visible. Near very fine in the strike, scarce.