Elizabeth I Halfpenny, 6th issue, mm. hand (1590-2), ex English Doctor QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND 1982

QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND 1982

otherwise toned a bold very fine and of highest rarity with only three examples known

tip of sword and King's crown breaks inner circle

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helmeted bust facing

Elizabeth I Halfpenny, 6th issue, mm. hand (1590-2), ex English Doctor QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND 1982Elizabeth I (1558 1603), silver Halfpenny, sixth issue (1582 1600), Tower Mint London, portcullis with chains, initial mark hand (1590 92) above, rev. long cross fourchee, three pellets in each angle, outer beaded border both sides, weight 0. 23g (Withers 1h; N. 2018; S. 2581). Toned a little uneven in shape, very fine, reverse bolder.