1697 Halfcrown, Bristol mint, William III first draped bust, reverse, Crowned cruciform shields, NONO on edge, ESC 543; BULL 1060; S.3488.
This example has been slabbed by NGC AU58 'TOP POP'.
In our opinion this grade is very strict, it is a superb example with an attractive tone, residual lustre, extremely rare in this grade.
We note an example graded by NGC AU55 sold in Zurich in 2024 for 10,000 CHF plus buyers premium.
£3,500
Monarch: William III
Date: 1697
