Description
Edward VI (1547-53), Sixpence, third period, fine silver, m.m. tun both sides, wire inner circle within beaded circle, legend reads edward: vi:d’.g’. agl’. fra’. z. hib’. rex.:, crowned bust facing, rose to left, mark of value to right. Rev, legend commences posvi dev.’ a – divtor – e.’ mev.’, square topped quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, 3.00g (N.1938; S.2483). Some flatness, with a strong portrait, unobtrusive flan chip. About very fine, for issue with eye appeal.
Ex H.M Lingford, purchased October 1948 – with old supporting ticket in his hand.
