Auction Catalogue
18th Century Tokens, HAMPSHIRE, Portsmouth, Thomas Sharp, Proof Halfpenny, 1797, in silver, Neptune crowning seated figure of Sir John Jervis with a wreath, rev. legend in 7 lines, reading pursued, edge portsmouth halfpenny payable at thos sharps, 12.36g/5h (DH 63; BHM 434). Minor rim nicks and edge inscription almost non-existent [a character trait with these Proofs], otherwise good very fine and toned, very rare £300-£400
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