The Francis Bartlett Collection of British Groats

Richard II (1377-1399), Groat, Type IIc/IIa, London, mm. cross pattée, ricard di gra rex angle z francie, new lettering, bust as Edward III, double saltire stops except after ricard (saltire and crescent), contraction bar over di, rev. posvi devm adivtorem mev; civitas london, new lettering, ts and as without serifs, 3.68g/7h (Stewartby p.261, II; Potter IIc/IIa; N 1320(b); S 1679). Perhaps slightly waterworn and with some light scratches, reverse double-struck, otherwise very fine with dark cabinet tone, very rare £1,200-£1,500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Francis Bartlett Collection of British Groats.

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Bt G.A. Singer