IRELAND. John. As King, 1199-1216. AR Farthing (10mm, 0.23 g). Contemporary imitation of the Third (’Rex’) coinage.Electronic Auction 498 British, Silver Sold For $ 350. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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IRELAND. John. As King, 1199-1216. AR Farthing (10mm, 0.23 g). Contemporary imitation of the Third (’Rex’) coinage. Crude crowned facing head flanked by rosettes; all within triangle / Whorled sun in triangle. Cf. Withers VI p. 52 (for other contemporary imitations); cf. SCBC 6234 (for original). Good Fine. Rare and unusual imitation. |