Lot 3050
Sale 98 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
Henry VI, (1422-1461), first reign, annulet issue, 1422-7, quarter noble, London Mint, mm lis, lis over shield, (S.1810, N.1420, Schneider SCBI 47, No.295-297). Round flan, nearly extremely fine and rare.
This piece was produced at the start of what became a tumultuous reign, dominated by the Wars of the Roses. Henry was born on 6th December 1421, and became King of England in 1422, in his cradle, aged 9 months old.
- Estimate
- $750
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $1,300