The North Yorkshire Moors Collection of British Coins formed by Marvin Lessen (Part 2)

Plantagenet imitations, Henry V, Groat, [Secondary series, as class B1], mm. pierced cross pattée, ‘scowling’ bust, 9-arc tressure, all arches fleured, single saltire stops on obv., double saltire stops on rev., 3.26g/3h (Lessen et al, NC 1993, p.219, and pl. 34, 1, this coin). Edge chipped at 9 o’clock, otherwise very fine and toned, excellent quality for such an item £300-£400

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The North Yorkshire Moors Collection of British Coins.

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Provenance: Glendining Auction, 18 June 1975, lot 5, recté a contemporary imitation; SNC July-August 1985 (4939)