Angel (1483-1485), Londýn

Richard III gold Angel ND (1483-1485) MS62 NGC, Tower mint, Halved Sun and Rose (SR2) mm, S-2152, N-1676 (R), Schneider-497 var. (punctuation). 5.06gm. (halved sun and rose) RICΛRD': DI': GRΛ: RЄX ΛnGL' • Z (retrograde) FRΛnC • (saltire and double saltire stops), nimbate figure of St. Michael the Archangel with one foot on the dragon (Satan), spearing with cross-tipped staff / (halved sun and rose) PЄR | CRVCЄ • TVΛ • SΛLVΛ • nOS XPC' • RЄDЄmPT (saltire stops), cross-topped royal shield over ship, R-(rose) to either side above. Despite being struck from notoriously crude and worn dies, this excellent Richard III piece represents one of the most desirable English gold Angel types. The surfaces display pockets of minor earthen deposits but accompanied by caramel patina they add unique character to the coin's overall appeal. Seldom found in Mint State, this selection is sure to catch the attention of discerning collectors of the series.