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CSNS Signature Sale 3073 25-26 & 29 Apr 2019
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Charles II hammered Shilling ND (1660) XF45 PCGS, KM405, S-3308, N-2762, ESC-1009. First hammered issue. Absolutely outstanding for the type, almost never seen so well made or well preserved as this. From the restoration of the monarchy in 1660 until 1662, hammered coins were produced bearing Charles's portrait; this two-year period represents the final issue of coins produced in this antiquated manner, being replaced by milled equivalents in 1662-63. Often, it would appear that the Tower moneyers knew that their method of coining was approaching its end, as their work routinely appears poorly made with uneven flans and weak strikes; however, neither of these attributes apply to the present, superb specimen. Its almost perfectly round flan has been boldly impressed by the dies, full legends on both sides with evident die-polish lines. Charles's portrait is slightly double-struck but this has hardly disguised its extensive detail, bearing minimal wear and only minor marks in the surrounding fields. Aside from its excellent production quality, this piece has also toned unusually well, dappled iridescence in the margins framing the calm gunmetal gray centers. Only four examples of this rare first issue have been certified by either NGC or PCGS, with just one more highly certified than the present offering - an AU50 example at NGC. However, considering the older holder and captivating eye appeal of this specimen, one is inclined to believe it worthy of an even higher certification than it already holds.
From the Lake County Collection
HID02901242017
Estimate: 1200-1500 USD
Charles II hammered Shilling ND (1660) XF45 PCGS, KM405, S-3308, N-2762, ESC-1009. First hammered issue. Absolutely outstanding for the type, almost never seen so well made or well preserved as this. From the restoration of the monarchy in 1660 until 1662, hammered coins were produced bearing Charles's portrait; this two-year period represents the final issue of coins produced in this antiquated manner, being replaced by milled equivalents in 1662-63. Often, it would appear that the Tower moneyers knew that their method of coining was approaching its end, as their work routinely appears poorly made with uneven flans and weak strikes; however, neither of these attributes apply to the present, superb specimen. Its almost perfectly round flan has been boldly impressed by the dies, full legends on both sides with evident die-polish lines. Charles's portrait is slightly double-struck but this has hardly disguised its extensive detail, bearing minimal wear and only minor marks in the surrounding fields. Aside from its excellent production quality, this piece has also toned unusually well, dappled iridescence in the margins framing the calm gunmetal gray centers. Only four examples of this rare first issue have been certified by either NGC or PCGS, with just one more highly certified than the present offering - an AU50 example at NGC. However, considering the older holder and captivating eye appeal of this specimen, one is inclined to believe it worthy of an even higher certification than it already holds.
From the Lake County Collection
HID02901242017
Estimate: 1200-1500 USD