India, Edward VII, pattern rupee, later restrike, 1901, by F. K. Wezel for the Royal Mint, Calcutta, bare head r., signed KW on truncation, rev. Indian tiger to l., E.R.I. above, legend around decorative circle, milled edge (S&W.7.1; Pr.1045; [Forrer] BDM VI, 461, illus.), certified and graded by NGC as Proof 62, extremely rare
F. K. Wezel, chief engraver at the Calcutta mint. The pattern was submitted to the Royal Mint in London where it was rejected with much and robust criticism (Pridmore p. 68).
(5000-6000 GBP)