Germany 50 Pfennigs 1877F Large Eagle (type I) KM#6 Choice UNC and lustrous, in a PCGS holder and graded MS66, the finest known of only two examples recorded by the PCGS Population Report
Palestine 20 Mils 1940 KM#5 UNC with an attractive subtle golden tone, in a PCGS holder and graded MS63, Rare in this high grade, of 34 examples graded by PCGS, only one has graded higher
Straits SettlementsHalf Cent 1889 KM#15 UNC with an underlying colourful tone, sharply struck an extremely attractive example, in a PCGS holder and graded MS63, Rare thus
Swiss Cantons - Zurich 10 Batzen 1812B Choice UNC and lustrous, in a PCGS holder and graded MS64, the finest known example thus far recorded by the PCGS Population Report
Switzerland10 Rappen 1875B KM#6 in a PCGS holder and graded MS62, Extremely Rare and one of the key coins in the entire Swiss series, lists at $1700 UNC in Krause, we note the PCGS Population Report records only nine examples
Crown 1687 TERTIO edge ESC 78, Bull 743 a very pleasing and high grade example with grey and gold toning. Very few James II Crowns available in this high level of preservation. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 75, the second finest known of 11 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Crown 1887 ESC 296, Bull 2585 A sharply struck example with superb detail and eye appeal, displaying much original mint lustre and blue/green and golden toning, a superior piece, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the joint finest of 117 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. Many of the Jubilee Head Crowns suffer from excessive contact marks due to the large fields, thus lowering the grade. Indeed the Population Report at the time of writing recorded only 2 examples in grade 82, and only a further 6 in grade 80, showing that these are very difficult to find in the choicest grades
Crown 1893 LVI ESC 303, Bull 2593, Davies 501 dies 1A, A choice example with original mint lustre offset by hints of subtle golden tone, a superior example with only a very few contact marks, on an issue where usually the fields show many imperfections. The reverse shows superb detail on the George and the Dragon design. Would make a truly superb type coin. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the joint finest known of 31 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. At the time of writing 220 Victorian currency Veiled Head Crowns of all dates had been graded, only 3 have graded LCGS 85
Crown 1900 LXIII ESC 318, Bull 2608, Davies 533 dies 3E, a sharply struck and crisp example of the Veiled Head type, lustrous with golden tone and touches of blue. A choice piece and a superior example of this scarcer edge type, with outstanding eye appeal, in an LCGS holder and well deserving of the LCGS 82 grade. The finest known of just 3 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Crown 1928 ESC 368, Bull 3633 a superior example exhibiting much original mint lustre and a subtle and original tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82. Very few Wreath Crowns achieve grades of 80 or higher as many are heavily bagmarked
Crown 1932 ESC 372, Bull 3641 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, a well struck example and very scarce in this high grade, The finest known of 15 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. Only a tiny fraction of the extremely low mintage of 2,395 coins surely remain in this grade. We note an example graded LCGS 80 sold in London Coins Auction A148 1/9/2015 for £1000 hemmer price, this example a full grade higher
Farthing 1675 Peck 528 A superb and choice piece in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82. A well struck example on both obverse and reverse undoubtedly contributing to the high grade. The finest known of 5 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. At the time of writing, 38 examples had been recorded, the next finest Charles II currency Farthing being graded 75, therefore this clearly a superior piece. A true mint state example with excellent detail and surfaces, very few extant in this high grade, would enhance any top quality copper collection, one of a number of high quality slabbed copper Farthings in this sale
Farthing 1730 Peck 854 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, a superb piece with the King's portrait and Britannia sharp and attractive, the finest known of 5 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. All George IIYoung Head Farthings very desirable in high grade and are seldom encountered, this piece would enhance any high quality copper collection
Farthing 1773 Obverse 2 Peck 913 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the finest known of 12 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, A mint state example with traces of original lustre, very hard to find in this high grade, one of a number of high quality slabbed copper Farthings in this sale
Farthing 1773 Obverse 2, with Large 77 in the date Peck 913 variant, LCGS variety 08, a high grade example of the early George III type with traces of mint lustre. Lustrous coins of this type now becoming increasingly difficult to find. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, the only example of this die pair currently recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Farthing 1799 3 Berries Peck 1279 a choice example attractively toned, with pleasing fields displaying traces of mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the finest known of 16 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Farthing 1799 Bronzed ProofPeck 1273 KF8 Obverse: The dot on the shoulder is slightly more to the left, Reverse: the R of FARTHING is no longer blocked, a mint example with the reverse displaying an attractive blue tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Farthing 1799 Bronzed ProofPeck 1276 with the distinctive line flaw in the obverse field between the G of GRATIA and the Kings forehead. The flaw does not extend to the G. This series of Proofs derived from the currency dies. A pleasing example with dark chocolate toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Farthing 1806 Copper ProofPeck 1389 KF17, Obverse with Portrait 1 with incuse side whiskers, Reverse with Britannia's hair waved on the top, the olive branch with 7 leaves, all attached, attractively toned and with very light friction, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, Ex-FinchampsteadCollection
Farthing 1806 Incuse Dot on truncation Peck 1398 an attractively toned piece with hints of mint lustre, the reverse with a touch of blue toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Farthing 1823 T of BRTANNIAR has no lower left serif, LCGS Variety 04, attractively toned and with traces of mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Farthing 1825 1 of date has no top serif, LCGS Variety 10, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, a choice high grade example with around 80% mint lustre
Farthing 1825 Obverse 1 Peck 1414 an attractive and original example with choice fields and around 25%/20 mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Farthing 1825 the IIII with the third and fourth I's overstruck, the third I over a left tilted I, the fourth I over a lower I. A choice and superb example of this unusual type, displaying a rich, deep gold and magenta tone, over flashes of mint lustre. A truly beautiful example and would enhance any quality copper collection. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85
Farthing 1834 Raised Line on Saltire, Reverse B, Peck 1471 Almost fully lustrous, a choice and stunning piece, all William IV copper very difficult to find with original mint lustre, with even high grade examples usually with toning. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, making this the joint finest known example recorded by the LCGS Population Report. We also note that PCGS have only graded 3 examples designated RD.
Farthing 1835 Raised Line on Saltire, Reverse B, Peck 1473 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, attractively toned with traces of mint lustre, the fields with only minimal contact marks contributing to this high grade. The second finest known of 9 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Farthing 1839 2-pronged Trident, with FID.DEF legend, LCGS Variety 08, a highly lustrous example, an extremely eye-catching piece LCGS 85. Many of the Victorian copper Farthings becoming difficult to find with this much mint lustre. One of a number of high quality slabbed copper Farthings in this sale
Farthing 1839 FID: DEF. (missing top colon dot), First A in GRATIA unbarred, LCGS variety 10. in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82. A highly lustrous example, the obverse with slightly subdued colour, the reverse with almost full mint lustre. No fewer than 13 varieties of 1839 currency Farthings have been recorded by the LCGS Population Report and of all coins recorded of all the types only one piece has graded higher. Very few Victorian Farthings offered with this much mint lustre, would enhance any quality copper collection
Farthing 1841 both A's unbarred in GRATIA. A choice piece, mint state and with around 75% original lustre. Victorian copper Farthings now seldom seen in highly lustrous state. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the joint finest known of 9 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, one of a number of choice slabbed copper Farthings in this sale.
Farthing 1843 Reverse B, No flaw by Britannia's right arm, date with 9 1/4 teeth spacing, B of BRITANNIAR has no top serif, the second A in BRITANNIAR is unbarred, LCGS variety 06, obverse and reverse displaying around 90% mint lustre, a superb choice piece and very desirable. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the only example thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. Very few Victorian Copper Farthings are offered in this high grade, one of a number of choice slabbed copper Farthings offered in this sale
Farthing 1847 B of BRITANNIAR with no serifs, both A's in BRITANNIAR unbarred, LCGS Variety 07, the obverse with around 20% lustre, the reverse with around 25% lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Farthing 1848 Peck 1569 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, displaying glossy surfaces and considerable original mint lustre. Very seldom encountered in lustrous condition, this borne out by the LCGS Population statistics, which show this is the finest known of 6 examples thus far recorded, our auction archive stretching back to 2003 shows previously offered high grade examples of this date described as having traces of lustre or toned, therefore probably scarcer than catalogues would suggest in truly lustrous grade
Farthing 1849 as Peck 1570, 4 over lower 4, No stop after date, the B of BRITANNIAR with no serifs, LCGS variety 05, the only example of this die pair thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. A rare variety on an already rare date. Attractive chestnut brown colour with even fields and traces of mint lustre. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78, Ex-FinchampsteadCollection
Farthing 1849 as Peck 1570, with 4 over lower 4 in the date, also with stop after date, the stop positioned halfway up the 9 level with the lower part of the top loop. LCGS variety 02. An unusual variant on an already rare date. Mint state with around 25%/15% mint lustre. Extremely rare to find this date with lustre. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80. Only 2 examples have been recorded by the LCGS Population Report, of which this is the finest
Farthing 1849 Peck 1570 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80. An attractively toned example with traces of mint lustre, an extremely hard date to find in true mint state. The second finest of just 5 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Farthing 1853 WW Raised, 3 over 2 in date, a most attractive example, nicely toned with traces of lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, rare in this high grade
Farthing 1854 Peck 1580 a superb example with choice glossy fields, pleasing tone and traces of original mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, Ex-Colin Cooke collection Lot 190
Farthing 1857 Detached Shamrock, Peck 1585 variant, LCGS variety 02, the obverse with around 20% lustre, the reverse with around 50% lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Farthing 1857 Peck 1585 a most attractive and eye-catching example with around 75% lustre and touches of blue toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the joint finest known of 12 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, one of a number of choice slabbed copper Farthings in this sale
Farthing 1857 Shamrock with top of stem thin and lower part of stem thick, Peck 1585 variant, LCGS variety 04, the obverse with around 40% lustre, the reverse with around 60% lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the only example of this type recorded by the LCGS Population Report, compare with the 'detached Shamrock' variety also offered in this sale
Farthing 1861 4 Berries, Freeman 502 dies 2+B a most attractive example displaying around 60% mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the finest known of 8 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. In our experience this coin surprisingly difficult to find in lustrous grades, with most examples being toned. Indeed the PCGS Population Report records only one example in RD designation, and only a further 7 pieces in RB designation
Farthing 1862 Freeman 507 dies 3+B, Small (normal) 8 in date, a superb choice example with practically full blazing lustre. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 88, very desirable in this high grade
Farthing 1863 Freeman 509 dies 3+B in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78. The lightest of cabinet friction to the very highest points of the reverse prevent an 80 grade otherwise very attractive with glossy fields and slight traces of mint lustre. This date normally extremely difficult to find in high grades, see also the 'dot below lighthouse' variety example of this date offered in this sale
Farthing 1868 Bronze ProofFreeman 520 dies 3+B, UNC with some lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, a popular issue, the Proof Bun Head issues considerably sharper and with higher relief than the currency issues
Farthing 1874H Freeman 525 dies 4+C a choice and lustrous example in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, Bun Head Farthings seldom appear in grade 85, the joint finest known of 8 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Farthing 1875H 4 Berries, complete E in REG, LCGS Variety 6, with good, even, slightly subdued mint lustre, a most attractive piece, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the finest known of 6 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Farthing 1879 Ordinary 9 in date Freeman 538, dies 5+C a sharply struck example with traces of original lustre and considerable eye appeal, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the finest known of 7 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, this example superior to the Colin Cooke Collection example graded which only NEF/EF. It is interesting to note that PCGS have not graded any examples higher than MS64, also NGC records only 2 examples at MS65, so clearly an under-rated type.
Farthing 1880 4 Berries, Open 8 in date, LCGS variety 02, Rare and unlisted by Peck, of comparable quality to the example in the Colin Cooke Collection. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Farthing 1881H LCGS Variety 6, as Cooke type B, the H is slightly nearer the first 8 than the second, the H well clear of the inner circle. A superb piece with almost full mint lustre, an outstanding eye-catching example. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the joint finest known of 9 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS population Report
Farthing 1882H Broken F in F:D: Freeman 549 dies 7+F a superb and desirable example with around 85% mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 90, Very few currency coins achieve the 90 grade, and on the rare occasions they are offered are always keenly sought and highly prized. Of 31 examples thus far recorded by LCGS, this the finest known and stands alone at the top of the Population Report
Farthing 1886 Freeman 557 dies 7+F A superb choice piece with around 85% mint lustre enhanced by touches of magenta and gold toning in places. Well struck and with clean fields a truly eye-catching piece. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 90. The joint finest known of 35 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. Very few currency coins attain this high grade and are always highly sought after on the rare occasions they are offered
Farthing 1888 Freeman 560 dies 7+F a superb and well struck piece, displaying around 80% original mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the second finest known of 17 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, of comparable quality to the example in the Colin Cooke collection
Farthing 1890 Freeman 562 dies 7+F A most attractive example, the obverse displaying around 70% lustre, the reverse retaining full mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85
Farthing 1893 Freeman 568 dies 7+F, normal (wide) date spacing, LCGS Variety 2, the obverse with around 75% lustre and traces of colourful tone, the reverse with practically full lustre, a choice example, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Farthing 1894 Freeman 569 dies 7+F an almost fully lustrous piece, the reverse particularly choice, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the joint finest known of 12 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Farthing 1896 Pattern with Small Veiled Head, the legend completely circling the head, Freeman 781, Peck 2070, (Freeman 1985 edition Plate XIV, illustrations H+M) a superb chocolate toned example in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82. Of extreme rarity, rated R18 by Freeman (6-15 examples believed to exist). Would enhance any connoisseur Farthing collection, indeed we have only seen one other example offered
Farthing 1930 VIP Proof/Proof of record Freeman 614 dies 3+B lightly toned retaining much mint lustre, these George V VIP Proof issues were produced in extremely small numbers and all are rated R18 by Freeman. (6-15 examples believed to exist). In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 88
Florin 1900 ESC 884, Bull 2971 a most attractive and original example with deep golden tone and outstanding eye appeal, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the joint finest of 23 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. This coin has a very low UIN number (177) and since this over 43,000 further coins have been graded and this has yet to be beaten, thus proving that grade 82 examples in the Veiled Head series are around the finest available
Florin 1920 ESC 939, Bull 3765, Davies 1744 dies 2E, The obverse with the early George V head in higher relief. A superb example of the first year of the Half silver type, displaying much original colour and underlying mint lustre, very different in appearance the preceding Bright Finish coins, as various experiments were made with the non-silver part of the alloy from 1920-1922. Few coins with true original colour survive, a choice piece, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the joint finest known of 15 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. See also the choice 1921 Florin offered in this sale
Florin 1921 ESC 940, Bull 3768 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80. A most attractive example of the 'Dull Finish' Half Silver type, displaying almost full original colour. Very few 1920-1922 Florins remain in this original condition, as many adjustments were made to the alloy with varying amounts of nickel, manganese and zinc used, and the 'Dull Finish' experiment was curtailed. Bright finish coins were again produced from late 1922 onwards.
Florin 1926 ESC 945, Bull 3778 A lustrous example the obverse with an excellent strike. A most pleasing coin with considerable eye appeal, Very few of the Half Silver George V issues remain in choice grades. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the second finest known of 18 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Florin 1930 ESC 950, Bull 3785 Lustrous with subtle gold tone and traces of mint bloom, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, a very attractive example of the later George V type
Groat 1836 D: G: ESC 1918, Bull 2515, Davies 380, a superb example with deep gold and olive tone over original mint lustre, choice and would make an excellent coin for the type collector, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Half Farthing 1843 Peck 1593, a most pleasing and lustrous example the obverse with around 40% lustre, the reverse with around 60% lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Half Sovereign 1838 Marsh 414 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78, an extremely high grade example with original brilliance, highly lustrous and with exceptional eye appeal, the lightest friction to the highest points on the obverse prevent the elusive 80 grade. A rare date and hard to find in all grades, this borne out by the fact it is the only example and the finest thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. We note this coin now lists at £2500 UNC in the Standard Catalogue
Half Sovereign 1899 Marsh 494 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82. All Veiled Head Half Sovereigns are hard to find in grades 80 and above, and grade 82 coins of all currency dates are truly rare and desirable
Halfcrown 1708 Plain in angles and below bust, ESC 577, Bull 1370 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 70 with grey toning and with underlying hints of blue and gold, a most attractive example
Halfcrown 1839 Plain Edge Proof, One Plain and One ornate fillet, W.W Raised on truncation, ESC 670, Bull 2708, in a PCGS holder and graded PR62, 1839 Halfcrowns of all types very desirable and much prized
Halfcrown 1842 ESC 675, Bull 2717 UNC and lustrous, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, a very attractive and desirable example of the early Young Head series, very difficult to locate in grade 80, indeed the LCGS Population Report records only 18 Halfcrowns in the 1840-1850 period graded 80 or above
Halfcrown 1899 ESC 733, Bull 2785 UNC and choice, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, a superior example with original lustre, the second finest known example recorded by the LCGS Population Report, we note a similarly graded LCGS slabbed example offered in London Coins Auction A161 in June 2018 realised £280 hammer price
Halfcrown 1900 ESC 734, Bull 2786 with choice original surfaces displaying mint bloom, the legends with touches of golden tone in the legends, a superb piece and extremely eye-catching. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, would make a top grade piece for the type collector
Halfcrown 1906 ESC 751, Bull 3572 Original lustre and mint bloom with blue/grey toning in the legends, a superb piece with much eye appeal, housed in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78
Halfcrown 1926 First Head ESC 773, Bull 3728 Lustrous UNC a choice example, the reverse with traces of mint bloom, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85 the 1920-1926 issues are almost impossible to find in choice grade, the joint finest known of 18 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, We note an example described as UNC toned, slabbed in the lower grade of LCGS 80 realised £150 hammer price in London Coins Auction A151 in December 2015, this piece two full grades higher
Halfcrown 1953 Proof. Obverse 1 Reverse A. Obverse 1:- I of DEI points to a space, weakly struck portrait. A Proof version of the early portrait, Davies 2310, as used in the plastic set. Listed as 'To be confirmed' by Davies. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 88
Halfpenny 1799 5 Incuse Gunports Peck 1248 a choice example with attractive blue/green toning and hints of mint lustre, very desirable in high grade. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Halfpenny 1839 Bronzed Proof, as Peck 1523 but with 39 over 43 in the date, these produced from an altered 1843 die. The 1839 Proof sets were issued strictly to order until the mid-1840s, by which time the 1839 die was worn out. In a PCGS holder and graded PR65
Halfpenny 1854 Peck 1542 a sharply struck example attractively toned, the reverse displaying much good subdued lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Halfpenny 1904 Freeman 383 dies 1+B Lustrous UNC, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the joint finest known of 8 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
One Shilling and SixpenceBank Token 1812 Proof with small lettering on the reverse ESC 975, Bull 2117, rated R7 by Bull and of the highest rarity. (1-2 examples believed to exist). Obverse and reverse with a choice deep blue and grey tone. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85
Penny 1853 Ornamental Trident Italic 5 in date LCGS Variety 06 graded CGS AU 78 the second finest of 7 examples recorded by the LCGS Population Report, Ex-Dr.A.Findlow Hall of Fame Pennies
Penny 1858 Large Rose Ornamental Trident, Small Date with WW unlisted by Peck, believed to be only a few examples in existence, Fine with contact marks we note an example described as CGS Fine 35 sold in our June 2012 auction for £600 hammer price
Penny 1874H Freeman 73 dies 7+H in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, a choice example with a trace of lustre, the second finest of 10 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1700 Fifth Bust, No Stops on Reverse, Tall 00 in date ESC 1122, Bull 1153 (Bull lists the cross reference as ESC 1122A) a mint example with original surfaces and colour, the reverse in particular further enhanced by gold and grey toning, a superb piece with lots of eye appeal, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80. Only 2 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report of which this is the finest. We also note PCGS have only graded 3 examples, and NGC only one example
Shilling 1708 PlumesESC 1148 A/UNC and lustrous, slabbed and graded LCGS 75, the finest of just 2 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS population Report
Shilling 1708 Third Bust, plain below bust, plain in angles ESC 1147, Bull 1399, a superb example with original surfaces, attractive gold and blue toning over original mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82. The second finest of 34 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1720 Plain in angles, Large Letters on Reverse, ESC 1169, Bull 1573 a choice example with attractive tone over underlying mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80. George I Shillings other than 1718 and 1723 SSC extremely hard to find in high grades and are seldom offered, the joint finest known of 6 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. We note the finest graded by PCGS is a single example graded MS64 and the finest graded by NGC is only AU58 so this piece potentially very near the top of all examples extant
Shilling 1721 Roses and PlumesESC 1171, Bull 1577 (8 strings to Harp) EF the obverse with some haymarking, our records indicate this is the first we have offered since 2003, whereas we have offered all the various overdates for this year, so probably rarer than the 'R' rating given by ESC, Cataloguer's Note, there is evidence of doubling to the 21 in the date but is quite different to examples of the published overdates we have studied, also Bull states the overdates have 7 or 9 harp strings and the Plain date coin has 8 harp strings, graded 65 by LCGS
Shilling 1727 George IIRoses and PlumesESC 1190, Bull 1695, a choice and sharply struck example, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, a stunning example and the finest of just 3 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. This piece is markedly superior to the example formerly in the celebrated Roger Shuttlewood collection
Shilling 1750 50 over 46 Wide Round 0 in date, this contradicts the coins listed in ESC and Bull. It is stated that the 50 over 46 is only found with narrow 0, whereas the 5 over 4 is listed with wide 0. This coin clearly shows an overdate on the last two figures of the date and has the round rather than tall 0 in the date. An interesting piece, a most attractive example, the reverse particularly lustrous and pleasing with light toning. in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78
Shilling 1763 Northumberland ESC 1214, Bull 2124 a most attractive example, the obverse with a subtle and colourful tone, the reverse with touches of blue and cinnamon toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78
Shilling 1816 ESC 1228, Bull 2140 a most attractive example with blue, green and golden tone over original mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1817 IIONI (Unbarred H) LCGS Variety 03 a sharp example displaying choice blue and green toning and considerable eye appeal. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1825 Laureate Head as ESC 1253, Bull 2402 with B P initials below the bust (no stops) LCGS variety 9, a choice example, deeply toned, the obverse with golden tone, the reverse with a colourful and original tone
Shilling 1844 ESC 1291, Bull 2990 A highly lustrous example displaying original mint bloom, further enhanced by touches of attractive golden tone, a particularly eye-catching and outstanding example, the early Young Head coins with the extra obverse relief excellent examples of the type. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1852 ESC 1299, Bull 3001, a most attractive example displaying much original mint lustre with hints of golden toning in the legends, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1853 ESC 1300, Bull 3002, A sharply struck eye-catching example displaying original mint lustre and bloom, the reverse enhanced by touches of golden tone. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1859 ESC 1307, Bull 3015, Davies 879 dies 4A (Obverse: I of VICT points to a rim tooth, Reverse: noticeable gap between SHIL and LING) A choice piece with subtle gold and blue toning over original mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85
Shilling 1866 ESC 1314, Bull 3027, Die Number 24. in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, an outstanding and extremely eye-catching example with deep blue/green and grey tone
Shilling 1872 ESC 1324, Bull 3042, Die Number 36, a choice example with practically full original mint lustre, a particularly eye-catching example, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the joint finest known of 24 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1875 ESC 1327, Bull 3045, Die Number 14, a mint example with original lustre, and with traces of golden tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1893 Small Obverse Letters ESC 1361A, Bull 3154, Davies 1010 dies 1A, a most attractive example the obverse with much original lustre with deep blue and green toning in the legends, the reverse with even and choice blue, green and cinnamon tone. A superb and very desirable piece, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1895 Large Rose ESC 1364A, Bull 3160, Davies 1018 dies 2D, choice lustrous surfaces with a hint of golden tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1897 ESC 1366, Bull 3162 a choice piece the obverse with deep gold toning with touches of green and magenta, an extremely eye-catching example. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1899 ESC 1368, Bull 3164, a choice mint example with beautiful gold, green tone enhanced by flashes of blue and magenta, exhibiting superb eye appeal, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1914 ESC 1424, Bull 3713 a most attractive example, the obverse highly lustrous, the reverse with slightly paler colour and some toning in places, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1918 ESC 1428, Bull 3807 almost fully lustrous, the obverse with good strike, the reverse with a small area of toning over IND, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1926 Modified Effigy ESC 1437, Bull 3827 A choice example with original mint lustre, the reverse particularly attractive and well struck, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the second finest known of 22 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1927 Second Reverse Matt ProofESC 1440A, Bull 3831 listed as 'not traced' by Bull who listed the rarity as R7 (one or two believed to exist). Stated by Krause to have been produced for photographic purposes only. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 91. As struck with very small tone spots, of the highest rarity and would enhance any high quality Shilling collection. Ex-Goldbergs Pre-Long Beach sale 85 May 31-Jun 2 2015 Lot 3924
Sixpence 1696 Second Bust Pattern. Obverse: Fine work, a more finely engraved rendition of the Second Bust. MVS lower in GVLIELMVS, the final S lower still. Reverse: Small Crowns with Later harp, die axis inverted, 7 strings to harp. The lower bar of the E of REX very weak (appears RFX unless under magnification), the 9 of the date blocked. Bull 1304, Rarity 6, not listed in the 1992 ESC, but referred to in a footnote on page 148 thus 'There is a Second Bust Sixpence of much finer style in the National Collection. This is undoubtedly a pattern together with the Crown and Halfcrown (ESC 93 and ESC 540) of similar style. This example is the plate coin in the Bull 'English Silver Coinage' 2015 edition. Only 3 examples exist, only 2 being in private hands. This example in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 30. A highly important piece and a rare opportunity to own such an important coin
Sixpence 1700 Third Bust ESC 1579 a superb example with reflective fields displaying a subtle gold and blue original tone. The obverse well struck with even the outlines of the hair ribbons sharp and crisp. Highly desirable and very seldom seen in this high grade. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Sixpence 1816 ESC 1630, Bull 2191 in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, a most pleasing example displaying blue and green toning over underlying mint lustre
Sixpence 1817 as ESC 1632, Bull 2195, LCGS variety 2, the second and third I's in III have no top left serifs and appear as reversed 1's, a lustrous example with gold, magenta and blue toning. A superb piece with much eye appeal, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, very desirable in this high grade
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