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Monthly Auction 241441 30 October 2014
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Warwickshire. Birmingham - T. Welch Penny Token 1800 MS64 Brown NGC, DH-24. E: PENNY TOKEN. A great rarity with a mintage of 36, beautifully toned with a mixture of blue and golden shades, and highly reflective in the fields. The subject matter, most unusual for token, highlights the engraving work of 9 year old John G. Hancock. The last offering of the type, a piece of similar condition, brought £550 hammer in a October 2010 DNW auction.
Estimate: 500-700 USD
Warwickshire. Birmingham - T. Welch Penny Token 1800 MS64 Brown NGC, DH-24. E: PENNY TOKEN. A great rarity with a mintage of 36, beautifully toned with a mixture of blue and golden shades, and highly reflective in the fields. The subject matter, most unusual for token, highlights the engraving work of 9 year old John G. Hancock. The last offering of the type, a piece of similar condition, brought £550 hammer in a October 2010 DNW auction.
Estimate: 500-700 USD