Henry VIII (1509-1547), Third Coinage, Groat, 1544-1547, Tower, crowned bust 1 three-quarters facing right, rev. square-topped shield over long cross fourchée, annulets in forks, 2.31g, 9h, m.m lis (North 1844; Spink 2369), struck on an elliptical flan with striking splits and resultant softness, otherwise darkly toned surfaces and a generally pleasing portrait, very fine.
Estimate: £280 - £350