BRITISH COINS, Henry VI, first reign, Silver Groat, London mint, leaf pellet issue (1445-1454), facing bust of King within tressure, leaf on breast, pellet either side of crown, initial mark cross fleury on obverse only, rev long cross pattée, legend in two concentric circles, tri-pellets in inner angles, pellet in two quarters, 3.73g (N 1505; S 1917). Toned, bold very fine, all defining features clear, very rare.
ex Ivan Buck Collection, 30 November 2005, lot 247 (part)
Estimate: £300-400