Lot 1358

Sale 141 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Charles II, Embarkation at Scheveningen 1660, in silver (68mm) by Pieter Van Abeele (M1.455/44; Eimer 210) Made from a pair of plates joined by a rim with a blow hole at the top and bottom, embossed and chaised (59.99g). Extremely fine and rare.

Ex Philip Benjamin Collection, from Colonial Auction (Brisbane) lot 467.^$$^After his restoration to the English throne Charles II and his court embarked at Scheveningen on 2nd June 1660. The king sailed aboard the 'Naseby' which was later renamed 'Royal Charles'.^With research.

Estimate
$4,000
Result Status
Passed in

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