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NYINC Signature Sale 3061 7-8 Jan 2018
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George III gold Proof Pattern 2 Guineas 1777 PR63 Cameo NGC, Royal mint, KM-Pn56, S-3724A, W&R-81 (R5). Plain edge. By or after Richard Yeo. A commanding rarity, this gold pattern 2 Guineas contains all the hallmarks of a superior offering--from near-flawless, luminescent surfaces to soaring raised elements that are sheathed in satin perfection. The whole of the planchet is consumed in flash, with the presence of uniform die-polish lines in the fields and relatively few post-strike instances noted for the designated grade. The central images are exquisite, with crisp-edged detail creating a chiaroscuro effect throughout the King's coiffure, highlighting the attractive contrast between the reflective mirrors and frosted designs. Noted by Wilson and Rasmussen as R5, this date has seemingly not been offered in the recent past, and appears to be the only certified example to bear this final date. For the high-level connoisseur of 18th century British gold patterns, this offering will undoubtedly excite.
From the Penn Collection
HID02901242017
Estimate: 60000-90000 USD
George III gold Proof Pattern 2 Guineas 1777 PR63 Cameo NGC, Royal mint, KM-Pn56, S-3724A, W&R-81 (R5). Plain edge. By or after Richard Yeo. A commanding rarity, this gold pattern 2 Guineas contains all the hallmarks of a superior offering--from near-flawless, luminescent surfaces to soaring raised elements that are sheathed in satin perfection. The whole of the planchet is consumed in flash, with the presence of uniform die-polish lines in the fields and relatively few post-strike instances noted for the designated grade. The central images are exquisite, with crisp-edged detail creating a chiaroscuro effect throughout the King's coiffure, highlighting the attractive contrast between the reflective mirrors and frosted designs. Noted by Wilson and Rasmussen as R5, this date has seemingly not been offered in the recent past, and appears to be the only certified example to bear this final date. For the high-level connoisseur of 18th century British gold patterns, this offering will undoubtedly excite.
From the Penn Collection
HID02901242017
Estimate: 60000-90000 USD