Lot 213
Charles I (1625 - 1649), 'Fine Work' Shilling, mm. harp

Ancient, British and World Coins, and Medals - 118 | C24009
Auction: 21 October 2024 at 10:00 BST
Estimate: £4,500 - £5,500
Description
Charles I (1625 - 1649), 'Fine Work' Shilling, mm. harp, 1632 – 1633, Group 'D', Obverse Crowned bust of Charles left with lace collar, denomination behind 'XII'. 'CAROLVS D'G' MAG' BRI' FR' ET HI' REX'. Rev. Crowned and garnished oval Royal Arms dividing crowned 'CR', 'CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO' (I reign under the auspice of Christ). 31mm, 6.04g, (S 2789 var; Sharp D 2). Extremely fine, well struck with underlying lustre.
Ex Roderick Richardson, with ticket.
Ex Tim Owen, with ticket.
Footnote
This 'Fine Work' shilling differs from the regular issues in a number of respects; the coin is neatly round, the engraving of the die is more sharply and intricately engraved and the striking is strong and central. There has been a fair amount of conjecture as to what these very rare, so-called Fine Work issues are that occur at this period and it is supposed that they might be trials to showcase the strength of the mint at the time and the quality they could produce.

