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NYINC Signature Sale 3030 5-6 January 2014
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Rothsay Mills 2 Shillings & 6 Pence (1811), KM-CC97, M-94a, host coin graded VG8, c/s graded VF Details PCGS, the stamp of the Mills boldly applied to a worn, cut half 1746-Mo 8 Reales, this variety having the 6-pointed star to left of the main c/s, choice for this very rare issue and most pleasing. This is believed to be the earliest known host coin bearing the commercial mark of Rothsay Mills, a "cotton works" or manufactory located southwest of Glasgow. An important piece from the era of the Industrial Revolution.
Estimate: 4500-5000 USD
Rothsay Mills 2 Shillings & 6 Pence (1811), KM-CC97, M-94a, host coin graded VG8, c/s graded VF Details PCGS, the stamp of the Mills boldly applied to a worn, cut half 1746-Mo 8 Reales, this variety having the 6-pointed star to left of the main c/s, choice for this very rare issue and most pleasing. This is believed to be the earliest known host coin bearing the commercial mark of Rothsay Mills, a "cotton works" or manufactory located southwest of Glasgow. An important piece from the era of the Industrial Revolution.
Estimate: 4500-5000 USD