Lot 334
Great Britain. Crown, 1687. S-3407. James II, 1685-1688. Second Bust. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust left. Reverse: Crowned cruciform arms, Garter star at center. TERTIO edge date. The flan exceptionally nice and the strike better than usual, albeit there is a touch of softness in the king's portrait, more due to die wear rather than strike. Overall, the centers are well defined and the reverse exceptionally sharp. Excellent eye appeal thanks to strong luster and bright amber-gold or pinkish iridescent toning in the recesses, which simply sparkles against the deeper gray fields. NGC graded MS-62.
This reign was very short, producing some of the rarest milled coins, in various denominations, of the century. This is the one date crown that does, occasionally, appear in Uncirculated condition. Very scarce type, usually not found much better than VF.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
Ex Cheshire Collection (5/30 - 6/1/05), lot 2222.
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