Description
James II (1685-91) Gunmoney coinage, large Halfcrown, dated 1689, January, Dublin, laureate bust left, legend surrounds IACOBVS II DEI GRATIA. Rev, crown over sceptres dividing cipher, date above, Jan below, reads MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX 1689 (S.6579J).
Some striations in the metal and porous surfaces. Nevertheless, legible legends on a broad flan, about very fine or thereabouts for type. Slightly off centre striking on obverse.
Ex H. M. Lingford, with an accompanying ticket in his hand
