Irish Coins, Tokens and Historical Medals

James II (1685-1691), Pewter coinage , Proof Halfpenny, 1690, type 1, in silver, edge grained, 4.04g/12h (Withers 4/4; S 6591A). Struck on a virgin flan, good very fine and toned, rare £1,000-£1,500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Irish Gunmoney and Emergency Issues of 1689-1691 from the Collection of John Rainey.

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Provenance: Spink Auction 75, 29 March 1990, lot 478