George IV, proof five pounds, 1826, bare head l., rev. crowned shield of arms over mantle, SEPTIMO in raised letters on edge (S.3797; W&R.213 [R3 - very rare]), in plastic holder, graded by PCGS as Proof 65, a splendid coin in every way, virtually as struck for the sets of this year, with deeply mirrored fields and a perfect proof impression of the dies, lovely gold colour – not only wonderful in its own right but also among the finest certified pieces in a truly elusive '65' holder!
£35,000-45,000