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Sale 31: The Pre-Long Beach Auction May 30 - June 1, 2005
             

Lot 2150Great Britain. James I (1603-25) silver Thistle Penny. 
S-2661. N-2106. Famous ROSA SINE SPINA (rose without thorns) issue, 
the legend surrounding an open Tudor rose. Reverse: legend 
(translated as "May God Guard These United" kingdoms) within two 
beaded circles in the center of which is a Scottish thistle (James 
was son of Mary Queen of Scots, also King James VI of Scotland). A 
classic Stewart coin, paying homage to the clan's Welsh origins, the 
Tudor family. 
This is an impressive piece, showing no real wear and 
having a bold strike, the thistle particularly crisp. For the type, 
a lovely flan. Pleasing "Renaissance gray" toning adds to the 
exceptional quality of this little jewel. NGC graded AU-55. 
Estimated Value $250-300. 

Provenance: The Cheshire Collection.
Realized $260
             
Courtesy Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers, Beverly Hills, CA. www.goldbergcoins.com