Great Britain: Edward VI Crown 1551,...

Description

Edward VI Crown 1551, S2478, N1933, VF30 PCGS, Fine Silver issue of 1551-53, dated plus "Y" mm associated with the Southwark Mint located on the south bank of the Thames River, now in central London but in 1551 it was the "suburbs," and despite the small grade difference from the last piece here is a coin that appears to be much sharper, the legends, horseman and reverse shield all being clearer, but much of the improved eye appeal is due to the darker gray toning of the fields. Flan is broad and fairly round, slightly wavy, normal annealing cracks, some light scratches on each side - not perfect but a condition for the numerical grade much to be expected of a coin that is 459 years old. This mintmark, "Y", is variously attributed during this period to Southwark and the Tower. Very scarce.

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