Lot 2212
Great Britain. Pattern copper Farthing, 1671. Charles II. P-436. Listed by Peck among the "official farthings," and in fact this is the pattern design most often seen, in silver, from this reign. Lower grade silver coins are easily found in England, VF and AEF pieces, but nicer silver ones are seldom found and must be considered very rare in choice condition. However, copper specimens are elusive, particularly this well preserved. Milk chocolate in color, with remnants of luster adhering among the letters, the surfaces emitting a lovely, glossy brown glow. Only tiny marks may be seen. There are some usual, light die-flaws but these are nothing. The king's portrait is especially appealing and well engraved. This beautiful coin is one of the Cheshire Collector's favorites, and we quote his comments and research here: "This great rarity was produced before the beginning of the regular production of farthings in 1672. Farthings were not made available to the public until a week after the proclamation of 16 August 1672 and Peck concludes that we should regard this 1671 farthing as 'the final prototype of the current farthing, struck in anticipation of the proclamation'. Listed by Peck as 'very scarce' the piece is now seldom seen in any grade." NGC graded MS-63 Brown.
Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,600.
The Cheshire Collection.
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