TUDOR. Elizabeth I. 1558-1603. AR Threepence (19mm, 1.42 g, 2h). Fifth issue. Tower (London) mint; im: Greek cross. Dated 1579. Good Fine.Electronic Auction 527 British, Silver Sold For $ 140. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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TUDOR. Elizabeth I. 1558-1603. AR Threepence (19mm, 1.42 g, 2h). Fifth issue. Tower (London) mint; im: Greek cross. Dated 1579. Crowned bust left, wearing ruff; rose to right / Coat-of-arms over long cross fourchée. North 1998; SCBC 2573. Deeply toned. Good Fine. Dramatic double strike resulting in the effect of two portraits. |