Charles II (1649-1685), Regal coinage, Proof Halfpenny, 1680, in silver, large letters, edge grained, 8.24g/12h (S 6574; DF 352; KM. 90.1a). A pocket piece; high points worn, otherwise good fine and toned, of the highest rarity, only one other, less fine, specimen believed known [Lockett 641, from a different reverse die] £3,000-5,000

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Irish Silver Coins and Tokens, 1649-1813, From the Collection of the Late Harrington Manville.

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Provenance: Bt C.J. Denton June 1991