Laureate Augustus head right
Cape Colony (3919 Pte J
and would have seen fierce fighting during the retreat from Mons
laureate bust right
These pieces of dolphin shaped bronze currency are from the Greek colony of Olbia
Elizabeth 1. Sixpence. 1562 #sherborne Laureate Augustus head rightElizabeth I (1558 1603), Mestrelle's Milled Issue, Sixpence, 1562, Tower [Upper House], Obv. broad crowned bust left, elaborate bodice, small rose behind, Rev. square topped shield over long cross fourche, 2. 95g [45. 53grns], 7h, m. m. star (North 2027; S. 2596). Light wear to portrait, otherwise evenly struck, deeply and attractively toned, further accentuated by lustre and bluish gold flare in recesses, Good very fine and a lovely coin.