Lot 403
403
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Elizabeth I, Threefarthings (2), fourth issue, bust 5B, (a) 1578/5, m.m. Greek cross; (b) 1582, m.m. sword (B & C 5B; N.2002; S.2576), the first about fine, rare; the second a small piercing on inner circle at 7 o'clock, otherwise almost very fine, a very rare date (2)

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Elizabeth I, Threefarthings (2), fourth issue, bust 5B, (a) 1578/5, m.m. Greek cross; (b) 1582, m.m. sword (B & C 5B; N.2002; S.2576), the first about fine, rare; the second a small piercing on inner circle at 7 o'clock, otherwise almost very fine, a very rare date (2)
Provenance
(b) Dr Johnstone, collection purchased by Baldwin, 1973
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.