Edward VI (1547-53), Shilling, second issue, debased, 1549, Southwark mint, mintmark Y, Bust 5, crowned bust right within linear circle, lozenge stops, legend surrounding, EDWARD VI DG AGL FRA Z HIB REX Y. Rev, oval quartered shield of arms, E to left, R to right, contained within linear circle, legend surrounding TIMOR DOMINI FONS VITA MDXLIX, 4.44g (S.2466B; N.1917/2). Struck on a slightly ragged flan in the western perimeter of the coin, legends relatively clear with a sound portrait, edge crack at 8 o'clock from the initial strike. Some contact marks, bold fine for issue, toned, scarce. An academic specimen.
Bought Michael Trenerry (dealer), with ticket.
Ex. Roger Shuttlewood.