Henry VIII (1509-47), first coinage, Halfgroat, York under Archbishop Wolsey, type IIf, 1.38g, m.m. star, henric viii di gra rex agl, saltire stops, crowned bust right, rev. civi tas ebo raci, saltire stops, shield on long cross fourchée, t w beside shield, keys and hat (N.1772; S.2327; Stewartby p.443), toned, very fine and rare.
Provenance: Shirley-Fox bequest 1939C E Blunt
Estimate: £250.00 - £300.00