Lot 1925
Great Britain. Halfcrown, ND (1631-1639). Charles I, 2nd Milled halfcrown, by Nicholas Briot. Here is the perfect complement to the previous coin, a splendid example of Briot's 2nd milled issue, minted during the year 1638-39 with anchor and single "B" initial mark, and the king on horseback. S-2858. An astonishing coin purchased about 15 years ago from Patrick Finn, then still at Spink's in London. Finn called it the finest specimen he had ever seen, and the only example he would describe in old-fashioned terms as "FDC." This coin is truly stunning, one of a kind in quality, and also probably the finest known Briot halfcrown. Struck from roller-dies imported by Briot for his famous experimental coinage. Superb Choice Uncirculated, full strike on a wondrous flan, rich shimmering bluish gray toning. PCGS graded MS-64.
Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,500.
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| Realized $12,650 |
