Charles I (1625-1649), Patterns, Pattern Groat, probably by E. Greene, in silver, mm. bell, crowned bust left, no mark of value, rev. oval garnished shield, 1.78g/9h (SCBI Brooker 1266, same dies; N 2701). Characteristically weak centres, otherwise very fine and toned, very rare £900-£1,200

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Michael Gietzelt Collection of British and Irish Coins (1625-1660).

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Provenance: E. Burstal Collection, Glendining Auction, 15-16 May 1968, lot 333; with G.E. Hearn; Glendining Auction, 24-5 March 1976, lot 64; British Coins, the Property of a Gentleman, DNW Auction 190, 6-7 April 2021, lot 384 [from Spink May 1976]