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August 2021 ANA Auction 16-21 Aug 2021
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SCOTLAND. Lion, ND (1390-1406). Robert III. NGC EF-45.
S-5160; Fr-6; Burns-17 (fig. 420). Weight: 2.51 gms. Light Coinage, Type II. Delightfully smooth surfaces with good luster in the protected areas. The surfaces feature warm olive-gold color with traces of darker patina throughout the legends. Somewhat soft at the lower elements but well centered overall. An old mark to the right of the shield is unnoticeable to the naked eye. A RARE issue with fewer than 10 pieces sold publicly over the past two decades, of which this piece is surely among the most desirable.
S-5160; Fr-6; Burns-17 (fig. 420). Weight: 2.51 gms. Light Coinage, Type II. Delightfully smooth surfaces with good luster in the protected areas. The surfaces feature warm olive-gold color with traces of darker patina throughout the legends. Somewhat soft at the lower elements but well centered overall. An old mark to the right of the shield is unnoticeable to the naked eye. A RARE issue with fewer than 10 pieces sold publicly over the past two decades, of which this piece is surely among the most desirable.
Burns suggests that this issue of light lions corresponds with the light groats of Robert III, as indicated by the style of the lettering and ornamentation. While most often seen without a cross supporting St. Andrew, the cross is visible on several varieties as seen on the heavy issues.
From the Loch Ness Collection.
Ex: David McDonald Collection (Dix Noonan Webb - 10/2004) Lot # 686.
Ex: Dr. J. Davidson Collection, Part I (Dix Noonan Webb - 10/2003) Lot # 850.
Ex: Bt. Spink (date unrecorded).
Estimate: $5000 - $10000