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CM04629
Charles I gold Crown, mint mark heart ex Beresford-Jones Collection
Charles I (1625-49), gold Crown of Five Shillings, Tower Mint, group B, second crowned bust in ruff left, bust variety 3, value behind, beaded circles and legend surrounding, initial mark heart (1629-30) both sides, CAROLVS D'. G' MA. BR FR'. ET. HI'. REX, rev. crowned quartered shield of arms, crown type 3, beaded circles and legend surrounding, CVLTORES. SVI. DEVS. PROTEGIT, 2.24g (Schneider 235; cf.Brooker 198; N.2182; S.2712). Toned, spot of red wax deposit in obverse legend, a bold very fine, a pleasing coin with a good provenance.
The abbreviated Latin legends translate as on obverse "Charles by the grace of God, King of Great Britain, France and Ireland," and on the reverse "God protects his worshippers." These gold coins are struck in 22 carat "crown" gold.
Provenance:
Ex R Duncan Beresford-Jones Collection, Spink Coin Auction 29, 2nd June 1983, lot 106 sold for £400.
Ex Clarendon Collection, part II, Bonhams/Glendining, 17th October 2006, lot 1261.
Coins derive their value from their rarity, condition, visual appeal and - most importantly – the size of their collector base. Our specialists are experienced at assessing preservation and identifying details that distinguish a common coin from a valuable one.
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What happens if I’m not entirely happy with my purchase?
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