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Victoria Proof 1/2 Crown 1853 PR64 Cameo NGC, KM740, S-3888. Only Proof Halfcrowns were minted in 1853, and while exact mintage figures are unknown, the scarcity of this type in the market suggests that it was quite minuscule. Just three other examples of this type have been awarded the 'cameo' designation by either NGC or PCGS, a dramatic contributor to the eye appeal; Victoria's young portrait is lightly coated in unbroken dove-gray frost, mostly matte yet with a subtle gleam. The fields are largely reflective, with flashes of deep magenta and cobalt, particularly cloaking the reverse shield. Beautifully struck and subsequently cared-for, scarcely offered in this impressive near-gem grade, and highly desirable thus.
From the Lake County Collection
HID02901242017
Estimate: 5000-7000 USD
Victoria Proof 1/2 Crown 1853 PR64 Cameo NGC, KM740, S-3888. Only Proof Halfcrowns were minted in 1853, and while exact mintage figures are unknown, the scarcity of this type in the market suggests that it was quite minuscule. Just three other examples of this type have been awarded the 'cameo' designation by either NGC or PCGS, a dramatic contributor to the eye appeal; Victoria's young portrait is lightly coated in unbroken dove-gray frost, mostly matte yet with a subtle gleam. The fields are largely reflective, with flashes of deep magenta and cobalt, particularly cloaking the reverse shield. Beautifully struck and subsequently cared-for, scarcely offered in this impressive near-gem grade, and highly desirable thus.
From the Lake County Collection
HID02901242017
Estimate: 5000-7000 USD