Colonials
(1670-75) FARTH St. Patrick Farthing AU50 PCGS. Breen-208, W-11500. Walter Breen estimated about 70 different varieties exist of the Breen-208 "Nothing Below King" St. Patrick farthings. This example is extremely sharp, with minimal wear that allows some of St. Patrick's facial features to remain visible. FLOREAT is smaller than some varieties and distant from the crown. Toned a rich chocolate brown, the devices are a lighter tan for nice contrast. The surfaces are lightly granular on each side. There is little evidence of a brass splasher on the crown. Listed on page 43 of the 2017 Guide Book. Population: 8 in 50, 15 finer (3/17).
Ex: New York Signature (Heritage, 10/2014), lot 4583.
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