Sale number: C24014&nbsp; SGBaldwin’s is proud to present the third and final tranche of the Frank Waley Collection of Hammered Silver and Milled Gold, an important private collection built over more than three decades.Frank Raphael Waley (1910–1987) was a long-standing Baldwin’s client and an astute collector of rare English coins, with a particular focus on Civil War coinage. His collection includes exceptional rarities such as the Hartlebury Castle Halfcrown, a superb Henry VIII Testoon, the Shrewsbury Half Pound, and a magnificent Anne Five Guineas, the second finest graded.Waley formed his collection during a golden era for numismatics, acquiring pieces from major dispersals such as Lincoln, Murdoch, Morrieson, Lingford, Ryan, Paget and French. His eye for rarity and condition ensured that this holding of hammered silver coins and milled gold coins remains both substantial and significant.This sale offers the final opportunity to acquire coins from one of the most carefully curated English collections of the 20th century, continuing Baldwin’s tradition of handling the finest numismatic material.

SGB Auction | The Frank Waley Collection of Hammered Silver and Milled Gold Coins|C24014

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A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd has a history that dates back to 1872, and is one of the largest and longest established numismatic dealers and auction houses in the world. As a distinguished name in the numismatic trade, they have seamlessly transitioned into the world of bullion, bringing unparalleled expertise and commitment to quality to a broader audience.

Established in 1872, Baldwin's has been a cornerstone of the numismatic trade, earning a reputation for integrity, authenticity, and a passion for the rare and precious. For over a century and a half, we have been at the forefront of preserving and promoting the art and history encapsulated within rare coins and precious metals.

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Charles I (1625-1649), AR Halfcrown 1645, Uncertain (Hereford?) mint, mm : Lis. King on horseback left over grassy ground, rev . Crowned and supported royal arms within Garter, date below, crowned CR either side of crown. 14.59gm. (Brooker 1180; N. 2359; S. 2915), Good Very Fine, slightly weak in parts but much better than S plate coin. Although having a pale gilt appearance (as usual for this very rare issue) XRF tests indicates a silver fineness of approximately 89.5%, only a little less fine than sterling. The coin also contains just under 1% gold which might explain the yellowness of colour – the reason for which may well be the inclusion of silver-gilt plate and flatware etc. melted down to form flans for coining . Excessively rare ‘RRR’.

Charles I (1625-1649), AR Halfcrown 1645, Uncertain (Hereford?) mint, mm : Lis. King on horseback left over grassy groun…

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