Description
Henry VI, (1422-61), first reign, Groat, Calais Mint, pinecone mascle issue (1431-32/33), mintmark crosses IIIb?/V, facing crowned bust, pinecone and mascle and saltire stops both sides, legend surrounding +HENRIC DI GRA REX ANGL Z FRANC. Rev, long cross fourchee, trefoil of pellets in angles, reads +POSVI DEVM A DIVTOR E MEVM, inner script VIL LA CALI SIE, 3.64g (S.1875; N.1461).
A fully centred strike, light slate grey and darker toning, minimal porosity, striking portrait. Good very fine, a comprehensive example.
Ex. V. C. Vecchi (dealer) bought 1980
