GREAT BRITAIN. Shilling, ND (1560-61). London Mint; mm: martlet. Elizabeth I. PCGS AU-53.

S-2555; N-1985. Second issue, bust 3C. Obverse: Crowned and mantled bust left, wearing ruffled collar; Reverse: Coat-of-arms over long cross fourchee. Incredibly alluring and attractive, this early hammered issue from Elizabeth presents quality that is RARELY encountered, offering a gunmetal gray cabinet tone, a strong strike, and all on a flan of good, problem-free metal. A premium-quality piece for the grade assigned.

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