Great Britain
Anne copper Proof Trial 1/2 Penny ND (1712-1714) PR63 Brown NGC, Peck-728. Another attractive trial piece for Anne's Halfpenny; more advanced than the previous lot, the metal having coped with the striking process much better and with a semblance of a reverse design as opposed to a dual obverse. Despite some very minor die rust, the production quality of this piece was clearly very high with a bold portrait of Anne, the surfaces a pleasing mahogany with appealing light gold iridescence. Only very occasionally offered at auction, a charming trial piece in a premium grade.
From the Lake County Collection
HID02901242017
Estimate: 1000-1500 USD