Important British and World Coins, Numismatic Books

Charles I (1625-1649), Shilling, Gp D, mm. bell, 5.96g/4h (Sharp E1/1; N 2225; S 2791). Good fine on a full flan, ‘56’ engraved in front of bust, possibly for use as a gaming counter (£50-70)

Similarly engraved shillings of Elizabeth I, James I and others of Charles I are known with various numerals ranging from single figures to the fifties, but not beyond