Irish Coins, Tokens and Historical Medals

James II (1685-1691), Gunmoney coinage, Halfcrown, 1689 July, small IR, narrow crown, stops at date, 13.45g/12h (Withers 4/2; S 6579A2). Very fine with an excellent portrait, patinated £180-£220

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Irish Gunmoney and Emergency Issues of 1689-1691 from the Collection of John Rainey.

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Provenance: ‘Ballynahinch’ Collection, James Adam/Bonhams Auction (Dublin), 21 February 2003, lot 296 (part)