WORLD COINS, MALDIVE ISLANDS, Muhammad Imad al-Din V Iskandar, (1318-1322h / 1900-1904 AD). Gold Proof 2-Lariat, 1319h / 1901/2 AD. 1.71 g. (cf KM 39). Struck slightly off-centre, almost as struck with some red tone and light die cracks. Extremely rare. Proof.
From an old collection with ticket noting "codr MS p.42 - No 201" and initials H.W.C. (ex Dr H W Codrington collection?).
Estimate: $ 1,900