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Victoria gold Mint Error - Double-Struck 85% Off-Center Sovereign 1863 MS66 NGC, KM736.2, S-3853, Marsh-48. Variety with die number. A significant inclusion within the entire Sovereign series, not only because of the dramatic error bestowed upon this piece, but also its virtually pristine conservation, clearly recognized immediately after its production as a coin worthy of being set aside. Rarely is the opportunity to witness dramatic errors in gold with such frequency, evidenced by the paucity of auction representatives in recent decades, and generally only for slight off-centering. The current representative is certainly more stark than what is typically seen, the second strike being 85% askew, showcasing the denticles and "BRITA" of the reverse legend, while the obverse legend is only minorly impacted. What cannot be ignored is how impressive a level of preservation this representative has endured, showcasing practically nothing that would hinder a premium gem designation. While not represented in either PCGS or NGC's census, the piece at hand is one of two occupiers of an MS66 grade across all varieties, this and the subsequent lot, where even MS64s demand a hefty premium, and as such is wholly worthy of advanced collector interest.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/great-britain-victoria-gold-mint-error-double-struck-85-off-center-sovereign-1863-ms66-ngc-/a/3101-34248.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3101-08252022
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Estimate: 25000-30000 USD
Victoria gold Mint Error - Double-Struck 85% Off-Center Sovereign 1863 MS66 NGC, KM736.2, S-3853, Marsh-48. Variety with die number. A significant inclusion within the entire Sovereign series, not only because of the dramatic error bestowed upon this piece, but also its virtually pristine conservation, clearly recognized immediately after its production as a coin worthy of being set aside. Rarely is the opportunity to witness dramatic errors in gold with such frequency, evidenced by the paucity of auction representatives in recent decades, and generally only for slight off-centering. The current representative is certainly more stark than what is typically seen, the second strike being 85% askew, showcasing the denticles and "BRITA" of the reverse legend, while the obverse legend is only minorly impacted. What cannot be ignored is how impressive a level of preservation this representative has endured, showcasing practically nothing that would hinder a premium gem designation. While not represented in either PCGS or NGC's census, the piece at hand is one of two occupiers of an MS66 grade across all varieties, this and the subsequent lot, where even MS64s demand a hefty premium, and as such is wholly worthy of advanced collector interest.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/great-britain-victoria-gold-mint-error-double-struck-85-off-center-sovereign-1863-ms66-ngc-/a/3101-34248.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3101-08252022
HID02906262019
© 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 25000-30000 USD