The North Yorkshire Moors Collection of British Coins & Tokens formed by Marvin Lessen

Charles I (1625-1649), York mint, Shilling, Gp 2 [type 4], mm. lion, large bust of fine style, value flanked by lozenges, crowned oval garnished shield, 5.69g/12h (Besly 2Cc; SCBI Brooker 1094, same dies; N 2319; S 2873). Crease mark, otherwise extremely fine and toned £800-£1,000

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The North Yorkshire Moors Collection of British Coins.

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Provenance: E. Burstal Collection, Glendining Auction, 15-16 May 1968, lot 482 (part); SNC September 1969 (6398); bt Spink November 1970