Lot 3172
Sale 92 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
Charles II, electrotype of the "Petition Crown", 1663, a pattern by Thomas Simon, edge with incorrect spelling of RELIEVE as RELEIVE, as the correct spelling occurs on Simon's original pattern, (41.73 grams), (cf.S.3354A, cf.ESC 72). Lightly toned, extremely fine or better and rare even as an electrotype.
Ex British Museum, Roy Farman Collection and R.D.Williams, Melbourne.
- Estimate
- $500
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $1,100