Lot 1792
Sale 102 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
Description
Henry III, (1216-1272), The Brussels Hoard, two coin set of Long Cross pennies, one minted at London, the other at Canterbury, issued c1247-1268. In plush lined timber case with certificate of authenticity, fine - very fine.
Together with book titled, 'The Brussels Hoard, The largest medieval coin hoard in Europe'. The hoard was discovered by workmen in 1908 while demolishing an old inn at Rue d'Assaut, Stormstraat, Brussels. The British parcel of coins was purchased by Mr A.H.Baldwin. The coins in this set were previously on loan as part of the exhibit at Oxford University.
- Estimate
- $100
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $100