Lot 1205
Great Britain. Proof Rose Guinea, 1774. George III, 4th Laureate Head. Designed by Thomas Pingo. S-3728; Fr-355; KM-604; WR-95: rare. Edge plain but bevelled. The only "Rose Guinea" struck in Proof. Seen with some frequency, but always avidly sought as a very reasonably priced and beautifully engraved gold Proof of the 18th century. However, coins of this quality are not often found. It is beautifully preserved, exceptionally choice with great, totally original color; in fact, the finest one encountered in our 22 years of searching for great British gold coins! Please examine it if possible; we are sure you will agree with our assessment. Superb Choice cameo Proof. Die-lumps in the right reverse field as seen on all known examples. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo.
Estimated Value $6,500 - 8,500.
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| Realized $7,475 |
