Lahore, India (British), original proof 1/4 rupee, 1945-L, George VI, normal 5, PCGS PR65, finest and only example in PCGS census. S&W-9.99. Deeply rainbow toned and devoid of any marks or wear, quite a bit better than the Pittman specimen in Baldwin's in 2013, also rare as an original proof (not a restrike) with original mint envelope, in fact tied with just one other at the same grade in the NGC census. (See note in lot 1132.) PCGS #36334455. With original His Majesty's Mint paper envelope.
($2000-3000)