Ancient, British and World Coins and Banknotes

Commonwealth (1649-1660), Shilling, 1651, mm. sun on obv. only, a “fine work” striking, 5.75g/8h (ESC 983; N 2724; S 3217). Flan flawed on reverse between 4 and 6 o’clock, otherwise good very fine, extremely rare (£1,200-1,500)

For a comparable piece see the Martin Hughes specimen, Spink Auction 139, lot 192