Lot 1411
Sale 133 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
George V, Melbourne Mint pattern shilling, 1919M, in .625 fine silver (5.55g) (R.P61), stamped with S twice on either side to signify a specimen (or trial) only. No 1919 shillings were struck for circulation. Toned nearly uncirculated and excessively rare, one of only two known in private hands.
Ex C. J. Cerutty Director of the Note Issue Dept. 1918-1923, later from the Rare Coin Company, May 2007 ($225,000)
- Estimate
- $90,000
- Result Status
- Passed in