Lot 2199
Sale 90 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
James I and Prince Charles, hand engraved Royalist counter in silver, possibly by Simon de Passe, c.1625, 27mm, (2.3 grams), obv. James I bust facing, rev. Prince Charles three-quarter right, (Eimer -, MI 272 (Illustrated plate XXXIV, No.1), Fearon -). Cast and chased, extremely fine, rare.
Ex. I.S. Wright. This counter is struck in imitation of engraving, many varieties of this type are known, and those with a bearded Prince Charles are attributed to being struck c.1625. They are used as markers or counters "for reckoning and for play"
- Estimate
- $250
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $0