Davissons Ltd.
Auction 38 27 Feb 2019
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IRELAND. Edward VI (Henry VIII posthumous). 1547-1553. AR sixpence. 2.74 gm. 25 mm. Harp i.m., reverse only. 1547-1550. Smaller old head portrait of Henry VIII, bust facing slightly right; HENRIC 8 / Coat-of-arms over long cross fourchée; CIVITAS DVBLINIE. S. 6488. D&F 218. Good Very Fine; exceptional portrait, full round flan of good metal, king's name especially well struck. Particularly choice for this era.