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Victoria gold Sovereign 1838 MS65 PCGS, KM736.1, S-3852, Marsh-22 (R). Among the numerous Sovereign types of Victoria's long reign, few are so coveted, particularly in upper Mint State grades, as the early Young Head issues from the first several years of her rule. Indeed, of the earliest two dates available to collectors, a small group of 10 total coins have been recognized as gem, and this out of nearly 300 examples certified across both major grading services. Practically unaffected by stray contact, the word "lustrous" does not quite seem adequate to describe the offering. A warm honey luster washes effortlessly over both sides, reaching an especially strong crescendo on the reverse, where the design's ample raised features have shielded the fields from damage. With the aid of magnification, hints of a salty blue-white tone can be found close to the devices, adding a touch of character for what is usually an untoned type.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/victoria-gold-sovereign-1838-ms65-pcgs-/p/3093-106010.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3093-10282021
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 8000-10000 USD
Victoria gold Sovereign 1838 MS65 PCGS, KM736.1, S-3852, Marsh-22 (R). Among the numerous Sovereign types of Victoria's long reign, few are so coveted, particularly in upper Mint State grades, as the early Young Head issues from the first several years of her rule. Indeed, of the earliest two dates available to collectors, a small group of 10 total coins have been recognized as gem, and this out of nearly 300 examples certified across both major grading services. Practically unaffected by stray contact, the word "lustrous" does not quite seem adequate to describe the offering. A warm honey luster washes effortlessly over both sides, reaching an especially strong crescendo on the reverse, where the design's ample raised features have shielded the fields from damage. With the aid of magnification, hints of a salty blue-white tone can be found close to the devices, adding a touch of character for what is usually an untoned type.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/victoria-gold-sovereign-1838-ms65-pcgs-/p/3093-106010.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3093-10282021
HID02906262019
© 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 8000-10000 USD