Description
Anne (1702-1714), Half-Guinea, 1713, third draped bust left, toothed borders both sides, legend reads ANNA DEI GRATIA. Rev, post-union crowned cruciform emblematic shields, sceptres in angles, garter star at centre, six strings to Irish harp, date flanking top crown, reads MAG BRI FR ET HIB REG (S.3575; Schneider -; MCE 236; EGC. 492 – D/2). Marginally broadstruck as seen from the north-west region of the obverse, lightly toned on good metal with residual mint bloom. Few unobtrusive surface markings and hairlines, Queen’s hair nicely detailed. Rev, some flan flecking, few die breaks, lowest shield base a little soft. Near extremely fine.
