Charles I (1625-49), Halfcrown, Tower Mint, group IV, fourth horseman, armoured King on horseback left, with upright sword and flowing scarf, mintmark star (1640-41), reads CAROLVS DG MAG BRI FRA ET HIB REX. Rev, oval quartered shield of arms, legend surrounds CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO, 14.62g (S.2779; N.2214; Brooker 365). Lightly toned, some good detail, the usual annealing flaws and die breaks, legends legible with few soft spots. Rev, unevenly toned. Very fine, a well-executed piece.
Bought Michael Trenerry (dealer), with ticket.
Ex. Ronald Hansen collection.