Lot 2357

Sale 133 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Richard I, (1189-1199), silver penny, short cross type, class IVa, London Mint, moneyer Henry, (1.40 g), obv. crowned bust facing, very coarse work, grotesque face with large annulet for eyes, pearls in crown run into one line, hand and sceptre breaking inner circle, HENRICVS REX around, rev. voided short cross with quatrefoil in each angle within inner circle, +HENRI ON LVND around, (S.1348A, N.968). Toned, slightly off centre, oval flan, nearly fine and scarce.

Ex S.J.Green Collection. Ex Spink Auction 16020, lot 490 (part). The Lord Stewartby collection Part II. From a Greek Hoard. With tickets.

Estimate
$100
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$140

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