Watch List notes:

Oliver Cromwell (1656-58), Shilling, 1658, laureate and draped bust left, normal die flaw below the P in front of laurel leaf, toothed borders both sides, legend reads from bottom left of coin, OLIVAR D G RP ANG SCO HIB &c PRO, which translates to Oliver by the Grace of God, Protector of the Republic of England, Scotland and Ireland. Rev, crowned quartered shield of arms of the protectorate, date above flanking cross, legend surrounds PAX QVÆRITVR BELLO, [Peace is sought by war], edge milled (S.3228; Bull.254; ESC.1005). Lustrous toning with a reflective element in the fields, hues of light pink. Portrait nicely struck, minimal wear on the crown of hair. Rev, couple of nicks to the west of the coat of arms. Bold good very fine, much eye appeal. Scarce.