British Coins

Charles I (1625-1649), Truro mint, Crown, mm. rose, 28.22g/3h (Besly A1; SCBI Brooker 1008-9, same dies; N 2531; S 3045). Small striking crack, otherwise about extremely fine with attractive dark toning, an exceptional specimen £1,500-2,000

Provenance: A. Thellusson Collection, Sotheby Auction, 19-20 October 1931, lot 229; R.C. Lockett Collection, Part III, Glendining Auction, 4-6 November 1958, lot 3505