Lot 66
Mary (1553-1554), Fine Sovereign, MDLIII, (1553), Tower (London).

British, Ancient & World Coins - Auction 132 | C26007
Auction: 12 October 2026, 10:30 BST
Description
Queen seated on ornamented throne with very fine latice work and pellet backing, holding orb and sceptre, flanked by pellet-adorned pillars, Portcullis below atop ornate tressure. Rev. annulet stops, Royal Shield set atop Tudor Rose, spandrels plain, 15.34g, mm. pomegranate (Schneider I, 704; North 1956; S.2488). Good very fine and well struck, toned in parts. Slight damage to edge.
Footnote
A similar example with a cross scratched in the field hammered in a London auction for £26,000 plus premium in June 2026.

