Description
Anne (1702-14), Halfcrown, 1708, Edinburgh, E below, draped bust left, toothed border surrounding both sides, legend reads ANNA DEI GRATIA. Rev, crowned cruciform shields, plain angles, garter star at centre with sunburst, date flanking top crown, legend surrounding MAG BRI FR ET HIB REG, edge inscription *DECVS ET TVTAMEN ANNO REGNI SEPTIMO (S.3605; Bull.1382 ESC.576).
Even grey dusky cabinet tone with some residual mint bloom, some adjustment marks both sides, more on the reverse. A strong portrait incorporating all the main details for the type. Very fine, a comprehensive example, scarce.
Ex H. M. Lingford collection with a ticket in his hand
