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George III (1760-1820), Pattern gold Guinea, 1761. By John Tanner, long haired laureate head right, Latin legend and raised linear rim surrounding both sides, GEORGVIS. III. DEI. GRATIA. rev. struck en medaille, crowned quartered shield of arms, date either side of crown, M.B.FE. ET. H. REX. F.D. B.ET. L. D. S R. I. A. T ET. E. edge plain, weight 7.75g (WR 83 R6; Hocking 1777; KM Pn39). A few faint red spots on reverse, otherwise practically as struck, in PCGS holder graded Proof 64, Pop 1; the only example of this type graded at both services, with a great provenance and very rare. Estimated Value $35,000
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PCGS certification 34313452.