Henry VIII (1509-47), Angel, first coinage, Tower, 4.97g, m.m. portcullis, henric' viii di gra rex agl z fr, St Michael vanquishing dragon, saltire stops, rev. per crvce' tva salva nos xpe rede', ship surmounted by square-topped shield and mast dividing h and rose, saltire stops (Schneider 561; N.1760; S.2265), bright surfaces, and edges furled suggestive of previous mounting, slightly double struck, otherwise a bold fine.
provenance
Glendining, 15 December 1993, lot 64 - £180
Estimate: £450 - £550