Lot 4100
Great Britain. Gothic Crown, 1847. S.3883; ESC-288; Dav-106; KM-744. Edge, Un Decimo. Queen Victoria by William Wyon. Gothic crowned bust left. Legend in Gothic script. Reverse :: Inverted die axis crowned cruciform shields, emblems in angles, date in Roman numerals MDCCCLVII. A choice example distinguished by a rich cameo appearance. The ornately detailed bust of Victoria exhibits a golden frostiness set within deep attractively toned surfaces. Beautiful in design and elusive, it is easy to understand why Gothic Crowns with such strong eye appeal are so highly prized. PCGS graded Proof 63 Cameo, secure holder.
Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,000.
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| Realized $11,750 |
