Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
August 2020 Auction 5-6 Aug 2020
View prices realized
► Sale information
Find similar lots
GREAT BRITAIN. 1/2 Sovereign, 1826. London Mint. George IV. NGC PROOF-66★ Cameo.
S-3804; Fr-380a; KM-700. Tied for finest certified of the "CAMEO" designation with one other example on the NGC population report, only surpassed by 2 examples, both designated ULTRA CAMEO by NGC (MS 66[1] & MS 67[1]). A magnificent representation of the type seldom encountered in this lofty state of preservation boasting bright and flashy reflective fields coupled with frosted devices. The strike was executed flawlessly displaying crisp well defined features leaving nothing to the imagination. A hint of orange tone is noticed in the crevasses of the bust and the open areas of the central reverse adding to its eye appeal. Examples of this type are always sought after and is sure to see spirited bidding for a chance to acquire a survivor in this elite quality.
Estimate: $6000.00- $8000.00
S-3804; Fr-380a; KM-700. Tied for finest certified of the "CAMEO" designation with one other example on the NGC population report, only surpassed by 2 examples, both designated ULTRA CAMEO by NGC (MS 66[1] & MS 67[1]). A magnificent representation of the type seldom encountered in this lofty state of preservation boasting bright and flashy reflective fields coupled with frosted devices. The strike was executed flawlessly displaying crisp well defined features leaving nothing to the imagination. A hint of orange tone is noticed in the crevasses of the bust and the open areas of the central reverse adding to its eye appeal. Examples of this type are always sought after and is sure to see spirited bidding for a chance to acquire a survivor in this elite quality.
Estimate: $6000.00- $8000.00