Lot 2148
Great Britain. James I (1603-25) silver Shilling (1605-06. S-2655. Second coinage of 1604-19. Rose mm, struck 1605-06. Seldom-seen 4th Bust, the king shown in smaller size with so-called plainer armour, which is actually detailed but cut short at the right arm/shoulder. The portrait here is unusually well detailed, among the best seen of this issue. Little wear but softly struck in many areas of the legends. The bust and shield are the best parts of this lovely coin, which has full original early 17th-century color, toned a handsome and slightly iridescent medium gray. The first quadrant of the shield has a long, old gash on it, suggesting this was a "dug piece," which is consistent with its overall lack of wear. Probably part of someone's "savings account," buried for security in very uncertain times, then lost for many years until recovered, possibly, by a metal "detectorist," as they are called in the UK. NGC graded AU-55.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,250.
The Cheshire Collection.
|
| |
| Realized $1,150 |
