The Gary Oddie Collection of English Regal Shillings

Oliver Cromwell, Shilling, 1658, 5.99g/6h (Lessen J28; ESC 254, and p.31, note; N 2747; S 3228). A small swan countermark under the bust, bright from past cleaning, otherwise very fine [removed from a certified NGC holder (3353488-003), labelled VF Details] £900-£1,200

This lot is to be sold as part of a special collection, The Gary Oddie Collection of English Regal Shillings.

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The mark is apparently that of merchant operating in Europe – previous sale catalogues indicate either Low Countries or Switzerland. At least four other specimens have appeared on the London market since 2009