Cromwell, Crown, 1658

Cromwell, as Lord Protector (1653-1658), Crown, 1658 over 7, by Thomas Simon, laureate and draped bust left, rev. crowned and garnished shield, * • HAS • NISI • PERITVRVS • MIHI • ADIMAT • NEMO • downwards on edge, 30.03g, 6h (Bull 240; ESC 10; Lessen E12; S.3226) usual die-flaw extensively developed through bust and hairline die-flaw from hair to P of PRO, a small dig on throat, otherwise attractively cabinet toned and lustrous, extremely fine, a delightful example of this iconic issue