Charles II (1660-85), silver Shilling, third hammered issue (1661-62), crowned bust left, value XII in field behind, legend and toothed borders surrounding both sides, initial mark crown both sides, .CAROLVS. II. D: G: MAG: BRI: FRA: ET. HIB: REX., rev. long cross fourchée over quartered shield of arms, .CHRISTO. AVSPICE. REGNO., weight 5.98g (Bull 307 R2; ESC 1015; N.2764; S.3322). Toned, a little uneven in shape with one flan split, double struck in parts, weak on King’s breast and corresponding part of reverse, otherwise good very fine and rare reading of legend.

Provenance:
Ex Davissons, Cold Spring Minnesota, Auction 35, 3rd February 2016, lot 35.