Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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GREAT BRITAIN. Gold 1/3 Guinea Pattern, 1776. London Mint. George III. PCGS PROOF-62.
KM-Pn55; WR-137 (R3). By Richard Yeo. An elusive fractional Guinea pattern from the seminal moment in the reign of George III, 1776, this piece certainly should not be lacking for demand. The reverse design featuring a lion balancing on a crown was not adopted, however those familiar with the British series will immediately think of the 20th Century Shilling and Sixpence coinage. This example is exceedingly brilliant, with a wonderous amount of shimmer and dancing luster. Some slight friction is noticed, but nothing that immediately draws the eyes. The details are rather well struck, though the engraving is a bit shallow, perhaps the only artistic fault that can be found with this piece. A RARE and uncommon offering, and one that is certain to spark much covetousness in the hearts of any British Collector. To view all items from the Augustana Collection, click here.
From the Augustana Collection.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000
KM-Pn55; WR-137 (R3). By Richard Yeo. An elusive fractional Guinea pattern from the seminal moment in the reign of George III, 1776, this piece certainly should not be lacking for demand. The reverse design featuring a lion balancing on a crown was not adopted, however those familiar with the British series will immediately think of the 20th Century Shilling and Sixpence coinage. This example is exceedingly brilliant, with a wonderous amount of shimmer and dancing luster. Some slight friction is noticed, but nothing that immediately draws the eyes. The details are rather well struck, though the engraving is a bit shallow, perhaps the only artistic fault that can be found with this piece. A RARE and uncommon offering, and one that is certain to spark much covetousness in the hearts of any British Collector. To view all items from the Augustana Collection, click here.
From the Augustana Collection.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000