Lot 3341

Sale 98 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes

Description

Anglesey, Pary's Mine Co., penny, 1788 (D&H 169) a proof struck in copper. Subdued brilliance in fields, hints of mint red, light reddish brown patina and excessively rare if not unique as a proof.

Ex W.J.Noble Collection, Noble Numismatics Sale 58 (lot 1145), previously Matthew Young, Sir George Chetwynd, W.Norman (lot 391) F.W. Lincoln (No.1), F.S.Cockayne Collections and A.H.Baldwin Collection, Spink Sale 43 (lot 184).

Estimate
$1,500
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$2,900

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