Lot 3172

Sale 92 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes

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