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Edward VIII gold Proof Fantasy Crown 1936-Dated (1972) PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC, Pobjoy mint, KMX-M4a var., FM-16b. Type II (gold). Struck featuring Edward facing right, correct for the monarchical tradition of facing the opposite way to one's predecessor, but incorrect numismatically (Edward choosing to face the same way as his father as he preferred his left side). A premium gem Proof, a perfect cameo achieved through Edward's fantasy portrait and the mirror fields behind.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/great-britain-edward-viii-gold-proof-fantasy-crown-1936-dated-1972-pr66-ultra-cameo-ngc-/a/3076-31708.s?type=CoinArchives3076
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 1500-2000 USD
Edward VIII gold Proof Fantasy Crown 1936-Dated (1972) PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC, Pobjoy mint, KMX-M4a var., FM-16b. Type II (gold). Struck featuring Edward facing right, correct for the monarchical tradition of facing the opposite way to one's predecessor, but incorrect numismatically (Edward choosing to face the same way as his father as he preferred his left side). A premium gem Proof, a perfect cameo achieved through Edward's fantasy portrait and the mirror fields behind.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/great-britain-edward-viii-gold-proof-fantasy-crown-1936-dated-1972-pr66-ultra-cameo-ngc-/a/3076-31708.s?type=CoinArchives3076
HID02906262019
© 2019 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 1500-2000 USD