Undated (ca. 1652-1674) St. Patrick Farthing. Martin 8a.4-Da.6, W-11500. Rarity-8. Copper. Martlet Alone Below King. VF Details--Environmental Damage (PCGS).83.6 grains. Unlike many of the Martlet varieties, which are the relatively more common die varieties of St. Patrick farthings, the present die pair is known by just two examples. A nice specimen despite slightly rough surfaces, with excellent light brown color, a still partially golden splasher, and no distracting marks.PCGS# 915263.From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Tom Rinaldo; Goldbergs June 2013 Pre-Long Beach Auction, lot 12.
