Charles I (1625-49), Halfcrown, Tower Mint under Parliament, group V, fifth horseman, armoured King on horseback left, with upright sword and flowing scarf, mintmark sun (1645-6), reads CAROLVS DG MAG BRI FRA ET HIB REX. Rev, oval quartered shield of arms, legend surrounds CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO, 14.42g (S.2780; N.2215; Brooker 377). Some weakness and double striking in legends, otherwise well detailed in the King, horse and reverse coat of arms. Very fine, a pleasing example of the group V type.
Bought Michael Trenerry (dealer), with ticket.