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ANA Signature Sale 3066 17 Aug 2018
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George IV gold Proof 5 Pounds 1826 UNC Details (Repaired) Genuine PCGS, KM702, S-3797, W&R-213 (R3). Septimo raised lettered edge. As a result of their imposing and immediately captivating size, their fine style from advancement in coin technology and their intense cameo contrasts, the gold 5 Pound coins of the 19th century have become some of the most coveted items in British numismatics, and with a mintage of only 150, this proof issue of George IV is certainly no exception. The eye appeal of this particular specimen is gorgeous, a delicate cameo effect achieved between George's portrait and the flashy fields behind, an effect which strengthens considerably on the reverse from the thickly frosted draped shield. The reverse fields are pristine whilst the obverse fields show some contact marks, none of which significantly detract from their visual appeal save for a scratch in front of George's portrait, which has been smoothed over commensurate with this coin's certification. All considered, for its 'Details' designation this 5 Pounds is a magnificent offering and is a rare in today's market, which is hungry for such high-denomination Proofs.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 30000-50000 USD
George IV gold Proof 5 Pounds 1826 UNC Details (Repaired) Genuine PCGS, KM702, S-3797, W&R-213 (R3). Septimo raised lettered edge. As a result of their imposing and immediately captivating size, their fine style from advancement in coin technology and their intense cameo contrasts, the gold 5 Pound coins of the 19th century have become some of the most coveted items in British numismatics, and with a mintage of only 150, this proof issue of George IV is certainly no exception. The eye appeal of this particular specimen is gorgeous, a delicate cameo effect achieved between George's portrait and the flashy fields behind, an effect which strengthens considerably on the reverse from the thickly frosted draped shield. The reverse fields are pristine whilst the obverse fields show some contact marks, none of which significantly detract from their visual appeal save for a scratch in front of George's portrait, which has been smoothed over commensurate with this coin's certification. All considered, for its 'Details' designation this 5 Pounds is a magnificent offering and is a rare in today's market, which is hungry for such high-denomination Proofs.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 30000-50000 USD