Charles I (1625-1649), Group C, Shilling, 1630-1631, Type 2a, Tower (under King), (m.m.) CAROLVS D .' G .' MAG .' BRI [.'] FR .' ET HIB .' REX •, tall narrow crowned bust, plain armour, rev. CHRISTO • AVSPICE • REGNO • (m.m.) •, oval garnished shield, CR above, 5.72g, 3h, m.m. plume (Sharp C2/1; Brooker 445ff; North 2221; Spink 2787), slightly irregular flan, and the portrait heavily rubbed, otherwise pleasantly toned, fair / good fine, scarce.
Purchased July 1995
Estimate: £60 - £100