Thomas Simon - Petition Crown Coins

Discover the legendary Thomas Simon Petition Crown coins, one of the most important and celebrated designs in British numismatic history. Originally created in 1663 during the reign of King Charles II, the Petition Crown is widely regarded as a masterpiece of engraving and one of the rarest and most historically significant coins ever produced in the United Kingdom.

Struck as a trial piece by engraver Thomas Simon, the original Petition Crown was designed to demonstrate superior craftsmanship and petition the King for recognition. Its extraordinary detail, lifelike portrait of Charles II, and revolutionary raised-edge inscription set it apart as one of the greatest achievements in early modern coinage.

A Masterpiece of British Numismatic History

The Petition Crown is renowned for its:

• Exceptionally detailed portrait of King Charles II
• Intricate reverse featuring crowned shields and royal symbolism
• Famous 200-letter edge inscription petitioning the King
• Status as one of the rarest and most valuable British coins ever created
• Groundbreaking engraving techniques were far ahead of their time

Only a handful of original examples exist today, making it one of the most sought-after coins in the world of numismatics.

Modern Royal Mint Great Engravers Releases

This category features the modern reinterpretation of Simon’s masterpiece as part of The Royal Mint’s prestigious Great Engravers Collection, including:

• Gold proof Petition Crown coins
• Silver proof collector editions
• Limited-mintage releases with raised edge lettering
• Certified and graded numismatic examples

These modern issues combine historical artistry with cutting-edge minting technology, faithfully recreating one of the Royal Mint’s most iconic designs.

Why Collect Petition Crown Coins?

Collectors and investors value the Petition Crown for:

• Its extreme rarity and historical importance
• Its role as a “job application” coin from Thomas Simon
• Its influence on the development of British coin engraving
• Strong global demand from advanced numismatists
• It's place as one of the greatest masterpieces in coin history

Buy Thomas Simon Petition Crown Coins with Confidence

At The London Coin Company, all coins are carefully authenticated and sourced for quality, rarity, and collectability. Whether you are a serious collector or precious metals investor, the Petition Crown represents one of the highest achievements in British numismatic art.

Shop Thomas Simon Petition Crown coins today and own a piece of Britain’s most extraordinary coinage legacy.