Lot 366
James II (1685-88), Halfcrown, 1687, second bust left, toothed borders both sides, legend surrounding, IACOBVS II DEI

Ancient, British and World Coins, Tokens and Medallions | 111
Auction: 5 July 2023 at 09:50 BST
£240
Description
James II (1685-88), Halfcrown, 1687, second bust left, toothed borders both sides, legend surrounding, IACOBVS II DEI GRATIA. Rev, crowned cruciform shields, seven strings to Irish harp, garter star at centre, date flanking top crown, reads MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX, edge inscription +DECVS ET TVTAMEN ANNO REGNI TERTIO+ (S.3409; Bull.756; ESC.500). Old cabinet tone with residual bloom, some sharper detail and definition in the lower south eastern region of the Kings hair. Bold fine, little flecking.
Ex. H. M. Lingford, with a supporting ticket in his hand.

