Lot 3365

Sale 139 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

USA, colonial, William Wood's Rosa Americana Coinage, 1722-24, George I, proof penny 1722 in bath metal, obliquely reeded edge (Breen 115; Martin 2.15-O.5). Rich golden brown patina, uncirculated and unique.

Ex John J. Ford Collection, part IX (lot 111), previously Joseph J Mickley Collection; Charles Ira Bushnell Collecton (SH&H Chapman 20/6/1882 (lot 201); New Netherlands in 1955 and Norweb Collection 24/3/1988 (lot 2403).

Estimate
$25,000
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$24,000

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