Lot 349
James I (1603-25), Unite with a nominal value of twenty shillings, second coinage (1604-19), second crowned armoured
Ancient, British and World Coins, Tokens and Medallions | 111
Auction: 5 July 2023 at 09:50 BST
Description
James I (1603-25), Unite with a nominal value of twenty shillings, second coinage (1604-19), second crowned armoured half‑length bust right, holding orb and fleur‑de‑lis tipped sceptre, inner and outer beaded circles, initial mark lis (1604-05) both sides, reads IACOBVS DG MAG BRIT FRAN ET HIB REX. Rev, crowned quartered shield of arms, I and R flanking, legend surrounds FACIAM EOS IN GENTEM VNAM, 10.01g (S.2618; N.2083; Schneider II, 22). Toned, with a focused strike, some subtle obverse annealing flaws. As is often the case with this denomination many have a tendency to being shallowly engraved, nevertheless choice good extremely fine with superb detail, minimal weaknesses. A distinguished example.
Ex. Baldwin’s with an old Adelphi Terrace envelope and supporting tickets.
