English Medieval - Richard III - Penny - Durham - Sherwood > Lot No. 251

Description:
1483-1485 AD. Durham, Bishop Sherwood. Obv: facing bust with S on breast and +RICARD DI GR[ ] legend. Rev: long cross with D at centre and pellets dividing [ ]TAS DV[ ] legend for Durham.

Measurements:
0.57 grams.

Condition:
Clipped and pierced but with good bust and clear name; better than average for this notoriously poor issue.

References:
S. 2169; N. 1687.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £200 - 300 (EUR 250 - 370; USD 320 - 480)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £370