Lot 203
Oliver Cromwell (1656‑58), Crown, 1658/7 by Thomas Simon
Ancient, British and World Coins - 114 | C24002
Auction: 7 March 2024 at 10:00 GMT
£2,040
Description
Oliver Cromwell (1656‑58), Crown, 1658/7 by Thomas Simon, 8 in date struck over 7. Laureate and draped bust left, raised die flaw at early stage, toothed border surrounding both sides, legend surrounds OLIVAR DG RP ANG SCO HIB &c PRO. Rev, crowned quartered shield of arms of the Protectorate, date above, legend reads, PAX QVÆRITVR BELLO. Edge inscribed in raised letters, designed by Pierre Blondeau *HAS NISI PERITVRVS MIHI ADIMAT NEMO, translating to "Let no one remove these from me under penalty of death," 29.92gm (S. 3226; Bull 240; ESC 10; L&S 1). Small dent plugged with silver on date, nevertheless a bold Good Fine, die flawed drapery as is typical, attractive old cabinet toning.
