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NYINC Signature Sale 3037 Sess. 2-4 5 January 2015
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James II "Elephant & Castle" 5 Guineas 1688 AU55 PCGS, Royal mint, KM460.2, S-3398. A highly lustrous example of this large gold issue with some as-made roughness as a result of inconsistent alloy mixture, but central details that remain pleasingly sharp. A classic variation of the type, the castle atop elephant hallmark of the Royal African Company is easily seen beneath James' bust, and symbolizes the ore's origin in Africa's Gambia river. Endlessly coveted as a high-denomination issue, with its connection to African trade certainly elevating it even further. Thusly, certain to see significant demand from collectors of storied world type.
Estimate: 20000-25000 USD
James II "Elephant & Castle" 5 Guineas 1688 AU55 PCGS, Royal mint, KM460.2, S-3398. A highly lustrous example of this large gold issue with some as-made roughness as a result of inconsistent alloy mixture, but central details that remain pleasingly sharp. A classic variation of the type, the castle atop elephant hallmark of the Royal African Company is easily seen beneath James' bust, and symbolizes the ore's origin in Africa's Gambia river. Endlessly coveted as a high-denomination issue, with its connection to African trade certainly elevating it even further. Thusly, certain to see significant demand from collectors of storied world type.
Estimate: 20000-25000 USD