Very Rare Alexander in Name of William

CNG 109, Lot: 987. Estimate $500. Sold for $300. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

SCOTLAND. Alexander II. 1214-1249. AR Penny (18.5mm, 1.47 g, 2h). In the name of William I. Short Cross & Stars coinage, phase C. Roxburgh mint; Peris and Adam moneyers. Struck circa 1230-1235 or later. Crowned head right; pellet behind crown, scepter to right / Voided short cross; stars in quarters. Burns 6b and fig. 67A (William); SCBC 5034. Near VF, once cleaned. Rare.

From the Dr. William E. Triest Collection, purchased from Mike Vosper.