Lot 1923
Great Britain. James I (1603-25) silver crown. Thistle mm on both sides, as used during the period 1621-23. 3rd Coinage of 1619-25. Plume over Shield on reverse. S-2664, grass ground line. Choice AU (what the English collector more conservatively calls "EF"). Bold horseman, especially on the king's face; the shield and legends on both sides are also sharply impressed. The flan or planchet is also almost fully round, which is exceptional, and there is only a small edge incursion at 6:30 obverse, as made, as opposed to the typical piece showing multiple splits into the design. Overall, a lovely specimen, enhanced by old-time, premium gray toning with iridescent lilac hues. Finer than the Spink book's plate coin, which says a lot about how exceptional this coin is.
Estimated Value $4,500 - 6,000.
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| Realized $8,625 |
