Lot 2599

Sale 130 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

1853 Proof Shilling, Victoria, 1837-1901. S-3904, ESC-3003, Davies-867. (R2) 5.64g. Straight-grained edge. ^Obverse -second young head (no W.W.). ^Reverse - Merlen design with the words ONE SHILLING under St Edwards crown and surrounded by two branches forming a wreath of oak and laurel tied by a ribbon with the date below.^Fully brilliant blue grey and iridescent proof, FDC and very rare.

Ex Noble Numismatics Sale 104 (lot 2548), P.Connolly Collection.

Estimate
$5,000
Result Status
Passed in

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