The Francis Bartlett Collection of British Groats

Edward IV (First reign, 1461-1470), Light coinage, Groat, London, class Vc, mm. rose, edward di gra rex angl z franc, quatrefoils by neck, fleurs on cusps (except breast), rev. posvi devm adivtore mevm; civitas london, extra pellet in quarter under civi, 2.92g/6h (Stewartby p.430, Vc(i); B & W Vc.3; N 1567; S 2000). Small chip at 1 o’clock, bright metal, otherwise about very fine £60-£80

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

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M. Bonser Collection; I.R. Buck Collection, Spink Auction 176, 30 November 2005, lot 305 (part)