Lot 561
Charles II (1660-1685), Halfcrown, 1679

Ancient, Medieval & Milled British, World & Islamic Coins | 113
Auction: 18 October 2023 at 10:00 BST
£2,760
Description
Charles II (1660-1685), Halfcrown, 1679 TRICESIMO PRIMO, fourth laureate bust right, reverse no stop after FRA or HIB, crowned cruciform shields, interlinked Cs in angles, six strings to harp, lett ered edge upwards, (ESC 481; Bull 480; Spink 3367). Overall extremely fi ne but probably about as struck for issue. A weak strike on obverse perhaps the result of a rusty die, the reverse much bolder and well struck.
Footnote
The Carlton Collection of Halfcrowns - This superb collection of halfcrowns has been accumulated over the last twenty-five years. A type collection with only quality in mind. The majority of the coins presented below are top tier examples in terms of condition, but even more importantly by the exquisite hues and sumptuous toning of many of the pieces.

