Charles I (1625-49), Shilling, group B, Lightweight issue, 5.19g, m.m. cross calvary over lis, carolvs d g mag br fr et hi rex, crowned bust in ruff armour and mantle, rev. christo avspice regno, square-topped shield over long cross fourchée (N.2218; S.2784; Sharp B1/1; BNJ vol.14, pl.I/3 this coin), light scratches to both sides and weak in parts, otherwise nearly very fine, rareIn the Francis catalogue, this coin was noted as being the best example of the lightweight issue known to date. Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer?s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.English Hammered Silver provenance:G R Francis, Glendining, 24-26 March 1920, lot 154
