The Rose type was the last of the patent farthings of Charles I. They were authorized on 01 March 1636 and were struck until about the end of 1644. There are three major types with a transition series between the first two types. The first two types have crossed scepters through or behind the crown on the obverse.

The farthings of Charles I fall into three main types that were current plus a set of patterns. These types consist of the Richmond, the Maltravers, and the Rose farthings.

Detailed information about the coin 1 Farthing, Charles I (Rose issue; type 4b), England, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data

Jul 10, 2015 · This patent was confirmed to them on the 30th of May, 1625, by Charles I. upon his accession. Thus, the first ‘farthing’ issues of Charles I are consequently called Richmonds. The obverse shows two sceptres through a crown, and the legend CARO DG MAG BRIT — Charles, by the grace of God, of Great Britain

The Royal Farthings are broken into three main categories or Groups: Henry III - Edward VI (small silver) James I, Charles I, and the Commonwealth/Protectorate (small copper, many patterns in pewter) Charles II - Elizabeth II (larger copper and bronze pieces, the more recognizable farthing)

Detailed information about the coin 1 Farthing, Charles I (Rose issue; mule of types 3 and 4), England, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data

Detailed information about the coin 1 Farthing, Charles I (Rose issue; type 3), England, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data

A copper alloy rose farthing of Charles I. Obverse: Crown over crossed sceptres with legend 'CAROLVS D G MAG BRIT' with 'Lis' mintmark. Reverse: Crowned rose with legend 'FRAN ET HIB REX' with same mintmark.

Hammered copper alloy Rose farthing (¼ penny) minted in the reign of Charles I (1625-1649).

Anyone interested in this series of coinage and its varieties should obtain “The Galata Guide to the Farthing Tokens of James I & Charles I” by Tim Everson which is a comprehensive catalogue of the may varieties, with a substantial write up on the history of the series.