Edward III (1327-77), Noble, Calais, 7.57g, fourth coinage, Post-Treaty period, mm. cross potent, ed/ward di gra rex angl z franc dns hib z aqvit, saltire stops, king standing, facing with sword and shield in ship, flag at stern, voided quatrefoil over sail, rev. ihc avtem transiens per medivm illorvm ibat, double saltire stops, ornate cross, e and pellet at centre in panel, trefoils at corners, lion and crown in each angle, pellets by lis, double tressure, trefoils in spandrels (N.1281; S.1521; Schneider 115), as struck, rare in this exceptional grade.
Provenance:
Seaby list, July/August 1990, EG6, £1,250
Glendining, 24 November 1976, lot 43, £1,350
Estimate: £5,000.00 - £6,000.00
SALEROOM NOTICE: Minor test file on edge.