Lot 1236
Great Britain. Half Sovereign, 1817. George III. S-3786. WR-204; Fr-372; KM-673. Reeded edge. Proof of Record: R4, extremely rare: just 11 to 20 pieces known, according to the Wilson & Rasmussen book. Very Choice Proof, heavy cameo portrait and also a lovely contrast between the reverse shield and the surrounding fields; delightful, bright red and gold toning. Gorgeous eye appeal! Dr Terner's other Proof specimen realized $6,325 a year ago, and since then interest in British gold has intensified. PCGS graded Proof 64 Deep Cameo.
Estimated Value $5,750 - 6,500.
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| Realized $6,670 |
