St. Patrick Farthing

Undated (ca. 1652-1674) St. Patrick Farthing. Martin 8a.1-Ba.3, W-11500. Rarity-6. Copper. Martlet Alone Below King. VG-8 (PCGS).

60.2 grains. Well worn but remarkably smooth and with pleasing chocolate brown color. Unusually large brass splasher that covers most of the crown as intended, and much of King David and the harp as well. A charming lower grade example.

PCGS# 42.

From the Bill Gleckler Collection.

Estimate: 500