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LOT 3425

Ireland. Stuart, James II AE Halfcrown. 1685-1691.

Limerick mint. Dated March 1690. 'Gunmoney' coinage. 'Limerick' bust. IACOBVS • II • DEI • GRATIA, laureate and draped 'Limerick' bust to left / MAG • BR • FRA • ET • HIB • REX • 1690 •, crown over crossed sceptres, dividing J R, XXX above, Mar: below. Timmins 3C; SCBC 6579MMMM. Near Very Fine.10 in. (8.83gr, 32mm, 12h.).

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From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020).

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'Limerick' Bust

LOT 3425

Ireland. Stuart, James II AE Halfcrown.

Sold for (Inc. bp): £85

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