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1569 - 71 Elizabeth I mm Castle Half Pound
£4,550
Elizabeth I (1558 - 1603) third issue, ‘crown gold’ coinage, Half Pound, mm. castle (1570-71), bust 4A left, ELIZABETH D G ANG FR ET HI REGINA, rev. crowned shield of arms, E R at sides, SCVTVM FIDEI PROTEGET EAM, single and double pellet stops. (S.2520B; N.1994; Schneider 747; Brown & Comber G18) weight 4.99grams
Albeit a little rough around the edges, this charming specimen has been treasured by its past custodians. Historically worn in a brooch mount (now removed), this Half Pound retains Very fine grade qualities..
Provenance
Ex DNW, 18 June 2009, lot 380.