Lot 2610

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

Description

1853 Proof Penny, Victoria, 1837-1901. S-3948, Peck 1502 (VS). Copper; Obverse - young head ( bare neck) w.w. incuse on truncation. Reverse - Similar to GEORGE IV and WILLIAM IIII, penny designs with an ornamental trident and plain arms on the saltire. The legend reads BRITANNIAR : REG : FID : DEF: Reverse struck en Medaille. Encapsulated NGC PF 66 RB - top of population census. Full red and slight brown, gem FDC and very scarce, probably the finest known.

Estimate
$6,000
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$6,000

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