1679 CROWN ( GVF )

A distinguished example of Restoration-era coinage, this 1679 Crown showcases the reign of Charles II during a transformative period in English numismatic history. Graded in Good Very Fine condition, this piece exhibits well-preserved detail with only light wear consistent with careful circulation. The obverse bears the king's laureate bust, whilst the reverse displays the cruciform shields arrangement typical of the period. Struck in sterling silver, this historically significant coin represents an important transitional phase in British monetary production. A compelling acquisition for collectors focused on Stuart dynasty coinage and seventeenth-century numismatic rarities.