Stock No. 2333	Charles II silver badge
Silver badge showing bust of Charles II facing right, not crowned, hair long, in plain falling collar and mantle tied in a knot on the shoulder. Incuse Legend: "CAROLUS SECUNDUS". Reverse: Oval royal shield within the Garter: above, crown between C R. The badge is cast and chased with a ring for suspension. The reverse is in imitation of engraving.

Condition :-Extremely fine, apart from slight casting fault above King's head. Also, two small score marks made by suspension ring
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Circa :- 1649
Size :- 1 x 0.75 inches (25.4 x 19.1mm)
"Medallic Illustrations" records this badge in Vol.I on page 441/11 and rates it as "rare". These badges were doubtless worn as medals or ornaments (either secretly or openly) and were indications of affection to the monarchy. The fact that Charles is uncrowned and the form of his dress indicate that this badge must have been executed during the King's exile, or very early in his reign

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