The Christopher Foley, F.S.A., Collection Of Early English Medals - 16th October 2014
Lot 333
Charles I
Estimate £500 - £800 | Hammer £450
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Description
Charles I, "So-Called" Pattern Halfcrown, or gilt-silver medal, attributed to Thomas Rawlins, bust of Charles left, wearing lace collar, lovelock falling over his left shoulder, CAROLVS DG MAG BRI FR ET HIB RX, rev., ornately stamped in imitation of engraving, the royal arms within Garter, crown above, motto below, laurel border, 35.5mm (MI 373/266, silver only; North - ; Wilson & Rasmussen - ; Platt p. 274, type B). Nearly extremely fine, a little wear to gilding on reverse.
Provenance: Baldwin Auction, 15 October, 2002 (lot 983).