 Undated St. Patrick's Halfpenny. Small Letters. Superb. V.5-D. 158.1 gns. The finest Halfpenny seen by the cataloguer and only the Maris plate coin can rival it for top honors in his experience. A simply superb specimen of outstanding quality. Both sides are light golden brown in color. The surfaces are actually smooth and hard and have some reflectivity remaining! The brass splash is present, off centered to the right. The piece is well centered on both sides with a partial denticulated border around each. Quite sharp in the centers, King David's cloak is somewhat soft but his hand is sharp and the harp strings are detailed. On the reverse, St. Patrick's figure is a little soft, as are those of the spectators to his left. A remarkable piece, of unusual quality.
Said ex Caldecott Collection, New Netherlands Coin Company.
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