13 Dec 2012
10:00 EST
New York
Property of a Gentleman: An Important Collection of English Coins
Back to auction 20086
Property of a Gentleman: An Important Collection of English Coins
Back to auction 20086
Elizabeth I, 1558-1603, Silver Crown, 1601
S-2582, 30.03 grams, 42mm. Mintmark 1. Sixth issue, crowned bust left wearing elaborate dress and holding scepter and orb, three fingers of hand visible, scepter points to G in REGINA. ELIZABETH:D:G:ANG:FRA:ET:HIBER:REGINA, reverse: long cross fourchée over square garnished shield, POSVI:DEVM:ADIVTOREM:MEVM. Minor (typical) weakness shows at the center of the obverse, a few tiny contact marks, reverse better and very pleasing. Light, natural patina overall. About Extremely Fine
Sold for
US$ 8,190
inc. premium
Category: Coins / Coins and Banknotes
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