Lot 1299
Great Britain. Proof Sovereign, 1871. Victoria Young Head. Plain edge. Large BP. St George reverse. S-3856 for general variety, but medallic die-alignment, thus WR-319: listed as R7, just 1 or two known! In the first Terner sale, a year ago, we featured another important rarity of this date, a Gem specimen with Reeded Edge, also rated R7 by Wilson & Rasmussen. However, the RE coin (which sold for $24,150) is a piece in heavy demand by knowing specialists, whereas it must be admitted that this variety, of approximately similar rarity, probably does not have the same degree of "chase" to its credit, mainly being distinguished by its die alignment. Its beauty may captivate buyers, however, and cause it to surge in price. Superb Choice Proof, subtle but sharp cameo contrast to the portrait of the queen; heavy contrast to the horseman. PCGS graded Proof 64 Deep Cameo.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,500.
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| Realized $4,888 |
