I.m. lis, 1570, bust G, reversed letter N's (BB type 42, sole dies; N.2031; S.2600), <I> has been bent and straightened, otherwise about fine, scarce</I>; i.m. castle, 1571/0, bust G, reversed Ns (BB type 43, sole dies; N.2031; S.2600), <I>a clear fine, scarce</I> (2) | Christie's

Sale 1208

Ancient, English and Foreign Coins and Commemorative Medals

Spink London

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16 November 1999

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Lot 502

I.m. lis, 1570, bust G, reversed letter N's (BB type 42, sole dies; N.2031; S.2600), has been bent and straightened, otherwise about fine, scarce; i.m. castle, 1571/0, bust G, reversed Ns (BB type 43, sole dies; N.2031; S.2600), a clear fine, scarce (2)

Price realised

GBP 220

Estimate

GBP 180 - GBP 200

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I.m. lis, 1570, bust G, reversed letter N's (BB type 42, sole dies; N.2031; S.2600), has been bent and straightened, otherwise about fine, scarce; i.m. castle, 1571/0, bust G, reversed Ns (BB type 43, sole dies; N.2031; S.2600), a clear fine, scarce (2)
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