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George III silver "Three Graces" Proof Pattern Crown 1817 PR65 Cameo NGC, KM-PnA77, L&S-152, ESC-2020 (R2). Plain Edge. By W. Wyon. Unquestionably the most recognizable pattern crown of George III, this "Three Graces" type sits alongside the other numismatic masterpieces engraved by William Wyon such as the "Incorrupta" crown offered in the next lot and Victoria's 'Una and the Lion' 5 pounds that was part of her coronation set. Engraved with obvious painstaking care, George's bust sits in pronounced relief on the obverse, with sharp segmentation between his hair strands and the laureate crown that sits atop his head. Beyond the legend that marks George's titles is a fine pearl border with the immediate outer rims rising sharply and then squaring off dramatically with the edges. On the reverse, three allegorical women are depicted in a circular embrace and represent the United Kingdom of Ireland, England and Scotland. At their feet reside a harp, shield and thistle, each identifying cultural symbols, with a quiver and palm branch in exergue. In Latin, the legend reads FOEDUS INVIOLABILE, which translates to "An Unbreakable Treaty". Like on the obverse, fine beading and raised borders circle all. In addition to its stunning execution, this pattern is also a considerable rarity, with English Silver Coins noting an original mintage of just piece 50 pieces. Of those, surely less have survived. While often found nice when encountered, this present specimen must certainly rank among the finest. Meandering mauve and golden tone lightly wafts around the surfaces, while both sides display undiminished reflective quality in the fields and soft frost over the raised designs. Upon close inspection, a few light instances of contact here and there are observed, as well as a touch of cabinet friction, but all instances blend seamlessly with the coin's "fabric". An ideal strike, which has fully executed Wyon's vision, completes the eye-appeal. A truly magnificent coin all considered, sure to enduringly impress its next owner with its sublime beauty.
Ex. Strickland Neville Rofle Collection (Baldwin's 5/2010 - Lot 1406)
From the Cape Coral Collection of British Crowns
HID02901242017
Estimate: 50000-80000 USD
George III silver "Three Graces" Proof Pattern Crown 1817 PR65 Cameo NGC, KM-PnA77, L&S-152, ESC-2020 (R2). Plain Edge. By W. Wyon. Unquestionably the most recognizable pattern crown of George III, this "Three Graces" type sits alongside the other numismatic masterpieces engraved by William Wyon such as the "Incorrupta" crown offered in the next lot and Victoria's 'Una and the Lion' 5 pounds that was part of her coronation set. Engraved with obvious painstaking care, George's bust sits in pronounced relief on the obverse, with sharp segmentation between his hair strands and the laureate crown that sits atop his head. Beyond the legend that marks George's titles is a fine pearl border with the immediate outer rims rising sharply and then squaring off dramatically with the edges. On the reverse, three allegorical women are depicted in a circular embrace and represent the United Kingdom of Ireland, England and Scotland. At their feet reside a harp, shield and thistle, each identifying cultural symbols, with a quiver and palm branch in exergue. In Latin, the legend reads FOEDUS INVIOLABILE, which translates to "An Unbreakable Treaty". Like on the obverse, fine beading and raised borders circle all. In addition to its stunning execution, this pattern is also a considerable rarity, with English Silver Coins noting an original mintage of just piece 50 pieces. Of those, surely less have survived. While often found nice when encountered, this present specimen must certainly rank among the finest. Meandering mauve and golden tone lightly wafts around the surfaces, while both sides display undiminished reflective quality in the fields and soft frost over the raised designs. Upon close inspection, a few light instances of contact here and there are observed, as well as a touch of cabinet friction, but all instances blend seamlessly with the coin's "fabric". An ideal strike, which has fully executed Wyon's vision, completes the eye-appeal. A truly magnificent coin all considered, sure to enduringly impress its next owner with its sublime beauty.
Ex. Strickland Neville Rofle Collection (Baldwin's 5/2010 - Lot 1406)
From the Cape Coral Collection of British Crowns
HID02901242017
Estimate: 50000-80000 USD