Lot 4386
Great Britain. Shilling, ND. S.2859. Charles I, 1625-1649. Briot's second milled issue (1638-1639). Mint mark, anchor. Obverse portrait of king by Nicholas Briot with large lace collar of stellate pattern. XII (12 Pence) behind head as mark of value. Reverse cross moline over square topped shield of arms. Practically in mint state with dark blue tone and prooflike surfaces. Similar to the Slaney collection specimen (lot 50) which fetched £1500 plus buyer's premium in May 2003! A superb example and a pre-English Civil War Charles I numismatic delight. NGC graded AU-58.
Estimated Value $2,400 - 2,600.
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| Realized $3,450 |
