Charles I (1625-49), Halfcrown, Tower Mint, group 3a1, King on horseback left with scarf flying from waist, sword upright, larger horse, mintmark tun over crown (1636-38), legend surrounds CAROLVS DG MA BR FR ET HI REX. Rev, oval scroll garnished shield of arms, reads CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO, 15.02g (S.2773; N.2209; Brooker 336). Toned, weak in the central regions of horse, precise detail in the King's profile, legends in the main clear. Rev, unevenly toned with dark patches. Good fine.
Bought Michael Trenerry (dealer), with ticket.
Ex. Bledington Manor House hoard, found circa 1910.