Details
LOT 2831
English Medieval Coins - Edward IV - London - Long Cross Halfpenny 1477-1480 A.D.
Second reign. Obv: facing bust with EDWARD DI GRA REX ANG legend. Rev: long cross and pellets dividing CIVI TAS LON DON legend for London mint. Very fine.(0.36 grams.). [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Romney Marsh area, 2023.
Property of a Kent gentleman.
Literature
S. 2137
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LOT 2831
English Medieval Coins - Edward IV - London - Long Cross Halfpenny
Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
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