Lot 1157
Great Britain, Commonwealth (1649-1660) gold unite, 1650. Struck in the name of the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell. Also called 20 Shillings. S-3208. Sun mm, as used during almost the entire period of this coinage type's short life, 1649-57. Choice AU, a beautiful specimen! The flan or planchet is fully round, and the design is beautifully struck into the precious high-carat gold such that the legends show full details on both sides, the central shields also being of exceptional sharpness. Only the minute detail in the face of the sun mintmark shows any lacking of detail, which is slight. Overall, among the finest known examples of this symmetrically designed, valuable gold coin. Choice About Uncirculated.
Estimated Value $7,000 - 9,000.
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