Description
Charles I (1625-49), Halfcrown, type IIc, Tower mint, mintmark harp, king on horse left, sword behind shoulder, legend surrounds CAROLVS DG MAG BR FR ET HI REX. Rev, long cross fourchée over garnished square topped shield, with C and R either side, reads CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO, 14.52g (S.2771; N.2207; Brooker 310 var, legend reading BR as opposed to BRIT). Some metal striations in flan common in the Group II series, otherwise near very fine for type, a comprehensive example.
Ex H. M. Lingford with a matching ticket in his hand.