Lot 2668

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

Description

1887 Pattern Florin - Small Bust, Victoria, 1837-1901. S-3925, ESC-2950, Davies unlisted (R7). 11.30g. Obverse - Joachim E. Boehm's Jubilee bust is smaller than standard proof, with eight beads on the left arch in the crown. I.E.B. instead of J.E.B on truncation. Reverse - Crowned cruciform shields Garter star in the centre four sceptres featuring symbols for the three kingdoms, i.e. England (sceptre with a cross), Ireland (harp) and Scotland (thistle). Deep golden blue brown iridescence, FDC and extremely rare.

Estimate
$4,000
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$2,400

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