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Victoria gold Sovereign 1856-SYDNEY AU50 PCGS, Sydney mint, KM2. An attractive example of the short run of the "Fillet" head type, produced only in 1855 and 1856. With only mild wear, this coin coin exhibits a satiny luster and well defined devices. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Mintage: 981,000
Victoria gold Sovereign 1870-SYDNEY MS62 PCGS, Sydney mint, KM4, Marsh-A375. Only infrequently available at this level and higher, and always a welcome sight when encountered with effortlessly cartwheeling luster such as on the present selection. Privately purchased from Jaggard's in Sydney, Australia; accompanied by their flip. From the James D. Wolfensohn Collection of Australian Sovereigns Metal: Gold Diameter: 22mm Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Mintage: 1,220,000
First year of Melbourne Shield Sovereign Marsh: R Mintage : 748,180
First year of Melbourne Shield Sovereign Marsh: R Mintage : 748,180
Sovereign, 1881 S. Sydney. Shield. Young head left, WW on truncation; date below; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; mintmark S and national emblems below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS MS61 , certification number 39510131. PCGS population in this grade: 11. PCGS population in higher grade: 27. Reference: S-3855B; Marsh-77; McD-129 Mintage: 1,360,000.
Sovereign, 1881 S. Sydney. Shield. Young head left, WW on truncation; date below; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; mintmark S and national emblems below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS MS61 , certification number 39510131. PCGS population in this grade: 11. PCGS population in higher grade: 27. Reference: S-3855B; Marsh-77; McD-129 Mintage: 1,360,000.
Reference: S-3854A; KM-6; Fr-11; Marsh-65 (N) Mintage: 2,942,000 Sovereign, 1884 M. Melbourne. Shield. Young head of Victoria facing left, date below, legend around reads VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield of arms within wreath, BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF: around, mintmark below. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS MS62, certification number 35111823.
Reference: S-3854A; KM-6; Fr-11; Marsh-65 (N) Mintage: 2,942,000 Sovereign, 1884 M. Melbourne. Shield. Young head of Victoria facing left, date below, legend around reads VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield of arms within wreath, BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF: around, mintmark below. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS MS62, certification number 35111823.
Lowest Mintage of all Melbourne Sovereigns. Mintage: 57,809; Marsh: R2 (Very Rare)
Lowest Mintage of all Melbourne Sovereigns. Mintage: 57,809; Marsh: R2 (Very Rare)
Lowest Mintage of all Melbourne Sovereigns. Mintage: 57,809; Marsh: R2 (Very Rare)
1885 M. Melbourne. St George; W.W. Complete. No B.P.. Young head left, WW complete on truncation; mintmark M below; VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon right, horse with short tail; date in exergue, no B.P.. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS MS61, certification number 39521584. PCGS population in this grade: 5, equal-finest graded. Reference: S-3857 E; McD-169b
1885 M. Melbourne. St George; W.W. Complete. No B.P.. Young head left, WW complete on truncation; mintmark M below; VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon right, horse with short tail; date in exergue, no B.P.. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS MS61, certification number 39521584. PCGS population in this grade: 5, equal-finest graded. Reference: S-3857 E; McD-169b
AUSTRALIA. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1880 M. Melbourne. St George; Medium Tail. Young head left, WW buried in truncation; mintmark M below; VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon right, horse with medium tail; date and small B.P. in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39522915. PCGS population in this grade: 3. PCGS population in higher grade: 15. Reference: S-3857D; McD-159a
AUSTRALIA. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1880 M. Melbourne. St George; Medium Tail. Young head left, WW buried in truncation; mintmark M below; VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon right, horse with medium tail; date and small B.P. in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39522915. PCGS population in this grade: 3. PCGS population in higher grade: 15. Reference: S-3857D; McD-159a
First Year of Sydney Shield Sovereign AUSTRALIA. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1871 S. Sydney. Shield; WW Raised. Young head left, WW in relief on truncation; date below; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; mintark S and national emblems below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39510655. Population in this grade: 20 Population in higher grade: 31 Reference: S-3855; Marsh-69A; McD-118a Diameter: 22.05 mm. Weight: 7.99 g. Composition: 916.7/1000 Gold
First Year of Sydney Shield Sovereign AUSTRALIA. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1871 S. Sydney. Shield; WW Raised. Young head left, WW in relief on truncation; date below; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; mintark S and national emblems below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39510655. Population in this grade: 20 Population in higher grade: 31 Reference: S-3855; Marsh-69A; McD-118a Diameter: 22.05 mm. Weight: 7.99 g. Composition: 916.7/1000 Gold
Rare in any grade, this 1871 proof half sovereign, bearing die number 1, is in superlative condition, and one of the few to appear on the market in the last decade. In fact, a quick check of our records indicates that just two coins have been exhumed and offered to the market since 2012. The coin on offer here is the single-finest graded by PCGS and NGC, and is the plate coin in the Wilson and Rasmussen standard reference, English Pattern, Trial and Proof Coins in Gold.
George III Mint Error - Obverse Brockage gold 1/2 Sovereign 1817 AU55 PCGS, KM673, S-3786. An extremely rare error type for the gold issues of George III's reign. Though one occasionally sees brockages in silver, this is not so for the Sovereigns and Half-Sovereigns of the period, rendering this barely circulated example as one of the highest scarcity. A full incuse mirror impression of the obverse design is displayed to the true reverse, while ample aurous luster and sharp detail confirm that this specimen was pulled from circulation not long after entering exchange.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1817 MS66 PCGS, KM673, S-3786, Marsh-400. Astonishingly fresh and remarkably well-preserved, that such a piece has been long recognized for its exquisite quality is confirmed by its older generation holder. Indeed, even under close inspection, hardly a flaw worthy of note can be discerned, the fields instead resounding with satin originality and just a hint of die polish. Notably, this piece is situated alongside just one other in this peak grade out of over 204 seen between NGC and PCGS combined.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1817 MS66 PCGS, KM673, S-3786, Marsh-400. Astonishingly fresh and remarkably well-preserved, that such a piece has been long recognized for its exquisite quality is confirmed by its older generation holder. Indeed, even under close inspection, hardly a flaw worthy of note can be discerned, the fields instead resounding with satin originality and just a hint of die polish. Notably, this piece is situated alongside just one other in this peak grade out of over 204 seen between NGC and PCGS combined.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1817 MS66 PCGS, KM673, S-3786, Marsh-400. Astonishingly fresh and remarkably well-preserved, that such a piece has been long recognized for its exquisite quality is confirmed by its older generation holder. Indeed, even under close inspection, hardly a flaw worthy of note can be discerned, the fields instead resounding with satin originality and just a hint of die polish. Notably, this piece is situated alongside just one other in this peak grade out of over 204 seen between NGC and PCGS combined.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1817 MS66 PCGS, KM673, S-3786, Marsh-400. Astonishingly fresh and remarkably well-preserved, that such a piece has been long recognized for its exquisite quality is confirmed by its older generation holder. Indeed, even under close inspection, hardly a flaw worthy of note can be discerned, the fields instead resounding with satin originality and just a hint of die polish. Notably, this piece is situated alongside just one other in this peak grade out of over 204 seen between NGC and PCGS combined.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1818 MS66 PCGS, Royal mint, KM673, S-3786. Ex Terner Collection. The single finest graded by either PCGS or NGC, making this is a true conditional rarity. There are absolutely no flaws worthy of mentioning. This coin has been off the open market since it sold in the Terner Collection in Goldberg's 25 (31 May 2004), lot 1239, where it hammered at a mere $1,900. Standing as the single finest graded specimen of the date across both services, this tremendous Gem boasts a great pedigree as well as robust luster shimmering throughout. A golden-orange hue combines with nearly-impeccable surface quality to present a staggering example for any advanced cabinet in British gold issues.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1818 MS66 PCGS, Royal mint, KM673, S-3786. Ex Terner Collection. The single finest graded by either PCGS or NGC, making this is a true conditional rarity. There are absolutely no flaws worthy of mentioning. This coin has been off the open market since it sold in the Terner Collection in Goldberg's 25 (31 May 2004), lot 1239, where it hammered at a mere $1,900. Standing as the single finest graded specimen of the date across both services, this tremendous Gem boasts a great pedigree as well as robust luster shimmering throughout. A golden-orange hue combines with nearly-impeccable surface quality to present a staggering example for any advanced cabinet in British gold issues.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1818 MS66 PCGS, Royal mint, KM673, S-3786. Ex Terner Collection. The single finest graded by either PCGS or NGC, making this is a true conditional rarity. There are absolutely no flaws worthy of mentioning. This coin has been off the open market since it sold in the Terner Collection in Goldberg's 25 (31 May 2004), lot 1239, where it hammered at a mere $1,900. Standing as the single finest graded specimen of the date across both services, this tremendous Gem boasts a great pedigree as well as robust luster shimmering throughout. A golden-orange hue combines with nearly-impeccable surface quality to present a staggering example for any advanced cabinet in British gold issues.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1818 MS66 PCGS, Royal mint, KM673, S-3786. Ex Terner Collection. The single finest graded by either PCGS or NGC, making this is a true conditional rarity. There are absolutely no flaws worthy of mentioning. This coin has been off the open market since it sold in the Terner Collection in Goldberg's 25 (31 May 2004), lot 1239, where it hammered at a mere $1,900. Standing as the single finest graded specimen of the date across both services, this tremendous Gem boasts a great pedigree as well as robust luster shimmering throughout. A golden-orange hue combines with nearly-impeccable surface quality to present a staggering example for any advanced cabinet in British gold issues.
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1820 MS62 NGC, KM673, S-3786. Generally scarcer than the larger full Sovereigns, and particularly challenging so soundly Mint State. Kept shy of choice by just light surface chatter, though nevertheless still expressing full cartwheel luster across boldly rendered details. NGC Pop 20/7
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1820 MS62 NGC, KM673, S-3786. Generally scarcer than the larger full Sovereigns, and particularly challenging so soundly Mint State. Kept shy of choice by just light surface chatter, though nevertheless still expressing full cartwheel luster across boldly rendered details. NGC Pop 20/7
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1820 MS62 NGC, KM673, S-3786. Generally scarcer than the larger full Sovereigns, and particularly challenging so soundly Mint State. Kept shy of choice by just light surface chatter, though nevertheless still expressing full cartwheel luster across boldly rendered details. NGC Pop 20/7
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1820 MS62 NGC, KM673, S-3786. Generally scarcer than the larger full Sovereigns, and particularly challenging so soundly Mint State. Kept shy of choice by just light surface chatter, though nevertheless still expressing full cartwheel luster across boldly rendered details. NGC Pop 20/7
George III gold 1/2 Sovereign 1820 MS62 NGC, KM673, S-3786. Generally scarcer than the larger full Sovereigns, and particularly challenging so soundly Mint State. Kept shy of choice by just light surface chatter, though nevertheless still expressing full cartwheel luster across boldly rendered details. NGC Pop 20/7
George III gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1817 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS, Royal mint, KM673, S-3786, WR-204. Ex. Jacob Y. Terner Collection. A stunning specimen, with deep red toning along the edges. One of just nine proof examples of this date seen by both NGC and PCGS, with this ranking among the finest of them, as there have been just two PR65s graded in total. A couple of minor hairlines in the fields, but most marks seen are actually just die polishing lines. From the RichLyn Collection
George III gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1817 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS, Royal mint, KM673, S-3786, WR-204. Ex. Jacob Y. Terner Collection. A stunning specimen, with deep red toning along the edges. One of just nine proof examples of this date seen by both NGC and PCGS, with this ranking among the finest of them, as there have been just two PR65s graded in total. A couple of minor hairlines in the fields, but most marks seen are actually just die polishing lines. From the RichLyn Collection
George III gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1817 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS, Royal mint, KM673, S-3786, WR-204. Ex. Jacob Y. Terner Collection. A stunning specimen, with deep red toning along the edges. One of just nine proof examples of this date seen by both NGC and PCGS, with this ranking among the finest of them, as there have been just two PR65s graded in total. A couple of minor hairlines in the fields, but most marks seen are actually just die polishing lines. From the RichLyn Collection
George III gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1817 PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS, Royal mint, KM673, S-3786, WR-204. Ex. Jacob Y. Terner Collection. A stunning specimen, with deep red toning along the edges. One of just nine proof examples of this date seen by both NGC and PCGS, with this ranking among the finest of them, as there have been just two PR65s graded in total. A couple of minor hairlines in the fields, but most marks seen are actually just die polishing lines. From the RichLyn Collection
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1821 MS64 PCGS, KM681, S-3802. A fantastic example of this conditionally challenging 1/2 Sovereign issue, displaying highly fluid and shimmering golden luster, enhanced by a framing amber tone that grips the legends and transforms subtly into the yellow-gold color of the central fields. The strike is full, only further positioning this near-gem as a highly compelling type candidate.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1823 MS65 NGC, KM689, S-3802, Marsh-404 (R2). Of outstanding quality for this rare date in the fleeting laureate head series. Bright and even a touch Prooflike to obverse where the field dazzles beneath the King's frosty bust. The reverse has a more satiny appearance with fresh bloom decorating the surfaces. A stellar representative, tied for the second-finest certified at NGC and bested by a lone outlier there, whereas PCGS has not certified any higher than a single MS63.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1823 MS65 NGC, KM689, S-3802, Marsh-404 (R2). Of outstanding quality for this rare date in the fleeting laureate head series. Bright and even a touch Prooflike to obverse where the field dazzles beneath the King's frosty bust. The reverse has a more satiny appearance with fresh bloom decorating the surfaces. A stellar representative, tied for the second-finest certified at NGC and bested by a lone outlier there, whereas PCGS has not certified any higher than a single MS63.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1823 MS65 NGC, KM689, S-3802, Marsh-404 (R2). Of outstanding quality for this rare date in the fleeting laureate head series. Bright and even a touch Prooflike to obverse where the field dazzles beneath the King's frosty bust. The reverse has a more satiny appearance with fresh bloom decorating the surfaces. A stellar representative, tied for the second-finest certified at NGC and bested by a lone outlier there, whereas PCGS has not certified any higher than a single MS63.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1823 MS65 NGC, KM689, S-3802, Marsh-404 (R2). Of outstanding quality for this rare date in the fleeting laureate head series. Bright and even a touch Prooflike to obverse where the field dazzles beneath the King's frosty bust. The reverse has a more satiny appearance with fresh bloom decorating the surfaces. A stellar representative, tied for the second-finest certified at NGC and bested by a lone outlier there, whereas PCGS has not certified any higher than a single MS63.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1823 MS65 NGC, KM689, S-3802, Marsh-404 (R2). Of outstanding quality for this rare date in the fleeting laureate head series. Bright and even a touch Prooflike to obverse where the field dazzles beneath the King's frosty bust. The reverse has a more satiny appearance with fresh bloom decorating the surfaces. A stellar representative, tied for the second-finest certified at NGC and bested by a lone outlier there, whereas PCGS has not certified any higher than a single MS63.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1825 MS64+ PCGS, KM689, S-3803. At the very precipice of gem preservation, vibrant golden light blanketed over the surfaces, these holding well-defined detail to both the obverse and reverse. Rarely seen so fine, and very nearly the finest certified across NGC and PCGS combined, only a single "65" certifying more highly.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1827 MS64 PCGS, KM700, S-3804. A superb near-Gem Mint State offering that demonstrates everything you'd expect from a finer designation, with fully radiant mint bloom effortlessly cascading across precisely rendered motifs, encountering the occasional wisp or mark. Ranked near the peak of certification with three higher and sure to inspire spirited bids.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1827 MS64 PCGS, KM700, S-3804. A superb near-Gem Mint State offering that demonstrates everything you'd expect from a finer designation, with fully radiant mint bloom effortlessly cascading across precisely rendered motifs, encountering the occasional wisp or mark. Ranked near the peak of certification with three higher and sure to inspire spirited bids.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1827 MS64 PCGS, KM700, S-3804. A superb near-Gem Mint State offering that demonstrates everything you'd expect from a finer designation, with fully radiant mint bloom effortlessly cascading across precisely rendered motifs, encountering the occasional wisp or mark. Ranked near the peak of certification with three higher and sure to inspire spirited bids.
George IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1827 MS64 PCGS, KM700, S-3804. A superb near-Gem Mint State offering that demonstrates everything you'd expect from a finer designation, with fully radiant mint bloom effortlessly cascading across precisely rendered motifs, encountering the occasional wisp or mark. Ranked near the peak of certification with three higher and sure to inspire spirited bids.
William IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1836 MS63 PCGS, KM722, S-3831, Marsh-412 (R2). Struck with the official obverse die instead of the muled 6 Pence die. A tremendously attractive Choice specimen brimming with character on the satiny surfaces. Very rarely available to commerce in this exalted state of preservation, presently bested by just two examples across the two services and immensely covetable to every 1/2 Sovereign specialist. From the Ezen Collection
William IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1836 MS63 PCGS, KM722, S-3831, Marsh-412 (R2). Struck with the official obverse die instead of the muled 6 Pence die. A tremendously attractive Choice specimen brimming with character on the satiny surfaces. Very rarely available to commerce in this exalted state of preservation, presently bested by just two examples across the two services and immensely covetable to every 1/2 Sovereign specialist. From the Ezen Collection
William IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1836 MS63 PCGS, KM722, S-3831, Marsh-412 (R2). Struck with the official obverse die instead of the muled 6 Pence die. A tremendously attractive Choice specimen brimming with character on the satiny surfaces. Very rarely available to commerce in this exalted state of preservation, presently bested by just two examples across the two services and immensely covetable to every 1/2 Sovereign specialist. From the Ezen Collection
William IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1836 MS63 PCGS, KM722, S-3831, Marsh-412 (R2). Struck with the official obverse die instead of the muled 6 Pence die. A tremendously attractive Choice specimen brimming with character on the satiny surfaces. Very rarely available to commerce in this exalted state of preservation, presently bested by just two examples across the two services and immensely covetable to every 1/2 Sovereign specialist. From the Ezen Collection
William IV gold 1/2 Sovereign 1836 MS63 PCGS, KM722, S-3831, Marsh-412 (R2). Struck with the official obverse die instead of the muled 6 Pence die. A tremendously attractive Choice specimen brimming with character on the satiny surfaces. Very rarely available to commerce in this exalted state of preservation, presently bested by just two examples across the two services and immensely covetable to every 1/2 Sovereign specialist. From the Ezen Collection
UNITED KINGDOM. Victoria, 1837-1901. Gold half-sovereign, 1855. London. First small young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned embellished shield-of-arms; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS MS62 , certification number 39087944. PCGS population in this grade: 4. PCGS population in higher grade: 3. Reference: Fr-389b; KM-735.1; Marsh-429; S-3859 Mintage: 1,120,362.
Victoria gold 1/2 Sovereign 1883 MS65 PCGS, KM735.1, S-3861. The single highest certified example of this date by either NGC or PCGS, and an undeniable beauty to behold. Gentle cartwheel luster spins across both surfaces, striking detail low-relief but immensely sharp and eye-grabbing, the planchet color a subdued butterscotch yellow. The finest on the market and one for the discerning Half Sovereign collector. Ex. Caranett Collection
Victoria gold 1/2 Sovereign 1883 MS65 PCGS, KM735.1, S-3861. The single highest certified example of this date by either NGC or PCGS, and an undeniable beauty to behold. Gentle cartwheel luster spins across both surfaces, striking detail low-relief but immensely sharp and eye-grabbing, the planchet color a subdued butterscotch yellow. The finest on the market and one for the discerning Half Sovereign collector. Ex. Caranett Collection
Edward VII gold 1/2 Sovereign 1909 MS65 PCGS, KM804. This stunning golden-rod Gem is at the highest of the PCGS census. From the Jessica & Amanda Collection Metal: Gold Diameter: 19.3mm Weight: 3.994g AGW: 0.1177oz Mintage: 4,011,000
Edward VII gold 1/2 Sovereign 1909 MS65 PCGS, KM804. This stunning golden-rod Gem is at the highest of the PCGS census. From the Jessica & Amanda Collection Metal: Gold Diameter: 19.3mm Weight: 3.994g AGW: 0.1177oz Mintage: 4,011,000
Mintage: 15,123; Marsh: Scarce. A brilliantly subdued matte specimen full of soft golden color. While some light signs of handling are visible upon closer inspection, they do markedly little to detract from the present offering's great rarity and eye-appeal.
Mintage: 15,123; Marsh: Scarce. A brilliantly subdued matte specimen full of soft golden color. While some light signs of handling are visible upon closer inspection, they do markedly little to detract from the present offering's great rarity and eye-appeal.
Mintage: 15,123; Marsh: Scarce. A brilliantly subdued matte specimen full of soft golden color. While some light signs of handling are visible upon closer inspection, they do markedly little to detract from the present offering's great rarity and eye-appeal.
Mintage: 15,123; Marsh: Scarce. A brilliantly subdued matte specimen full of soft golden color. While some light signs of handling are visible upon closer inspection, they do markedly little to detract from the present offering's great rarity and eye-appeal.
Mintage: 15,123; Marsh: Scarce. A brilliantly subdued matte specimen full of soft golden color. While some light signs of handling are visible upon closer inspection, they do markedly little to detract from the present offering's great rarity and eye-appeal.
The 1855 with raised WW is much rarer than the 1853 with incuse. Marsh has this down as a rarity rating R5. Very rarely seen, especially in this presentable condition. Very fine +.
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1869. London. Second young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; die number and national emblems below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. Die #40. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU55 , certification number 39895665. PCGS population in this grade: 25. PCGS population in higher grade: 81. Reference: Fr-387i; KM-736.2; Marsh-53; S-3853 Mintage: 6,441,322.
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1869. London. Second young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; die number and national emblems below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. Die #40. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU55 , certification number 39895665. PCGS population in this grade: 25. PCGS population in higher grade: 81. Reference: Fr-387i; KM-736.2; Marsh-53; S-3853 Mintage: 6,441,322.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1870 MS62 PCGS, KM736.2, S-3853. W.W. raised. Die #89. Metal: Gold Diameter: 22.05mm Weight: 7.9881g AGW: 0.2355oz Melt Value: $466.53 Gold Spot: $1,981/oz (10-22-2023 11:08PM CT) Mintage: 2,190,000
Victoria gold "St. George" Sovereign 1872 MS63 PCGS, KM752, S-3856A. AGW 0.2355 oz. 2020 July 12 The Caranett Collection of Sovereigns
Victoria gold "St. George" Sovereign 1872 MS63 PCGS, KM752, S-3856A. AGW 0.2355 oz. 2020 July 12 The Caranett Collection of Sovereigns
Victoria gold Sovereign 1876 MS62+ PCGS, KM752, S-3856A. A luminous near-choice example offering clear detailing. From The Caranett Collection
Victoria gold Sovereign 1876 MS62+ PCGS, KM752, S-3856A. A luminous near-choice example offering clear detailing. From The Caranett Collection
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1878. London. Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with long tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39511801. Population in this grade: 6 Population in higher grade: 11 Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-89; S-3856A Mintage: 1,091,000
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1878. London. Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with long tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39511801. Population in this grade: 6 Population in higher grade: 11 Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-89; S-3856A Mintage: 1,091,000
Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with long tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS MS62 , certification number 39511860. PCGS population in this grade: 2. PCGS population in higher grade: 2. Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-89; S-3856A Mintage: 1,091,000.
Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with long tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS MS62 , certification number 39511860. PCGS population in this grade: 2. PCGS population in higher grade: 2. Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-89; S-3856A Mintage: 1,091,000.
Second young head of Queen Victoria facing to left, with a plain band and fillet around hair. No mint mark; around, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F:D: The artist's initials W.W. are on the truncation of the neck. Reverse:St George slaying the dragon. Date below. No BP initials.
Second young head of Queen Victoria facing to left, with a plain band and fillet around hair. No mint mark; around, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F:D: The artist's initials W.W. are on the truncation of the neck. Reverse:St George slaying the dragon. Date below. No BP initials.
Second young head of Queen Victoria facing to left, with a plain band and fillet around hair. No mint mark; around, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F:D: The artist's initials W.W. are on the truncation of the neck. Reverse:St George slaying the dragon. Date below. No BP initials.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1884 MS62 PCGS, KM752, S-3856B. Horse with short tail, WW buried in narrow truncation. An inviting example with only occasional mild chatter in the fields, rather inconsequential as a whole. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9881g AGW: 0.2355oz Melt Value: $472.88 Gold Spot: $2,008/oz (04-09-2023 4:14PM CT) Diameter: 22.05mm
Victoria gold Sovereign 1884 MS62 PCGS, KM752, S-3856B. Horse with short tail, WW buried in narrow truncation. An inviting example with only occasional mild chatter in the fields, rather inconsequential as a whole. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9881g AGW: 0.2355oz Melt Value: $472.88 Gold Spot: $2,008/oz (04-09-2023 4:14PM CT) Diameter: 22.05mm
S-3856F, with WW complete in trunction and BP present on reverse. From the world-renowned Caranett Collection.
S-3856F, with WW complete in trunction and BP present on reverse. From the world-renowned Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold "Jubilee Head" Sovereign 1887 MS63 PCGS, KM767, S-3866. Normal JEB variety. Struck on a bright lemon-gold planchet. From The Caranett Collection
Victoria gold "Jubilee Head" Sovereign 1887 MS63 PCGS, KM767, S-3866. Normal JEB variety. Struck on a bright lemon-gold planchet. From The Caranett Collection
Victoria gold Sovereign 1890 MS63 PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. Normal JEB, second legend. An attractive, Choice representative projecting eye-catching lashes of luster when viewed in hand. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9881g AGW: 0.2355oz Melt Value: $472.88 Gold Spot: $2,008/oz (04-09-2023 1:58AM CT) Diameter: 22.05mm
Victoria gold Sovereign 1890 MS63 PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. Normal JEB, second legend. An attractive, Choice representative projecting eye-catching lashes of luster when viewed in hand. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9881g AGW: 0.2355oz Melt Value: $472.88 Gold Spot: $2,008/oz (04-09-2023 1:58AM CT) Diameter: 22.05mm
Victoria gold Sovereign 1891 MS63 PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. Lustrous with small abrasions consistent for the grade. Consistent color throughout. Queen Victoria Jubilee portrait with the small crown. Designed by Joseph Edgar Boehm. Initials J.E.B. are in relief in the truncation. The coin bears the inscription: VICTORIA D:G: BRITT:REG:F:D: Reverse:St George slaying the dragon. Date below. BP initials. MS 63 Uncirculated. Some light marks on both sides. Bright gold finish
Victoria gold Sovereign 1892 MS62 PCGS, KM767. Jubilee Head type. Subtly toned to a pleasing deep golden hue. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1892 MS62 PCGS, KM767. Jubilee Head type. Subtly toned to a pleasing deep golden hue. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1893 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Displaying sun-gold luster that leaps across the fields. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1893 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Displaying sun-gold luster that leaps across the fields. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1894 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. AGW 0.2355 oz.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1895 MS62 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. A scarcer date in the series, preserved to a near-choice level. From The Caranett Collection
Victoria gold Sovereign 1895 MS62 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. A scarcer date in the series, preserved to a near-choice level. From The Caranett Collection
Victoria gold Sovereign 1896 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. A fine example of the Veiled Head type featuring abundant luster over clear surfaces. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1896 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. A fine example of the Veiled Head type featuring abundant luster over clear surfaces. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1898 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Clear of larger contact or abrasion over surfaces showcasing appealing velveteen luster. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1898 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Clear of larger contact or abrasion over surfaces showcasing appealing velveteen luster. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1899 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Only the lightest peppering of contact marks precludes a finer designation. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1899 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Only the lightest peppering of contact marks precludes a finer designation. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1899 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Only the lightest peppering of contact marks precludes a finer designation. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1900 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Choice and exhibiting no flaws worthy of mention. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1900 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Choice and exhibiting no flaws worthy of mention. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1900 MS63 PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Choice and exhibiting no flaws worthy of mention. From The Caranett Collection.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1901 MS62+ PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Issued on the last year of Victoria's astonishingly long reign, this conditionally scarce survivor is currently bested in grade by only six pieces in the PCGS census. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9881g AGW: 0.2355oz Melt Value: $472.88 Gold Spot: $2,008/oz (04-09-2023 4:36PM CT) Diameter: 22.05mm
Victoria gold Sovereign 1901 MS62+ PCGS, KM785, S-3874. Issued on the last year of Victoria's astonishingly long reign, this conditionally scarce survivor is currently bested in grade by only six pieces in the PCGS census. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9881g AGW: 0.2355oz Melt Value: $472.88 Gold Spot: $2,008/oz (04-09-2023 4:36PM CT) Diameter: 22.05mm
GREAT BRITAIN. Sovereign, 1968. London Mint. Elizabeth II. PCGS MS-64. S-4125; Fr-417; KM-908. AGW: 0.2355 oz. A pleasing near-Gem Sovereign with satiny luster and rich golden color.
GREAT BRITAIN. Sovereign, 1974. London Mint. Elizabeth II. PCGS MS-64. S-SC1; Fr-418; KM-919. AGW 0.2355 oz. A handsome near-Gem representative of the date.
Mintage: 8,000 Reference: S-3967; KM-806 Bare head of Edward VII facing right, legend reads EDWARDVS VII D:G: BRITT: OMN: REX F:D: IND: IMP:. / St George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS PR64, certification number 21602410.
Mintage: 8,000 Reference: S-3967; KM-806 Bare head of Edward VII facing right, legend reads EDWARDVS VII D:G: BRITT: OMN: REX F:D: IND: IMP:. / St George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS PR64, certification number 21602410.
Mintage: 8,000 Reference: S-3967; KM-806 Bare head of Edward VII facing right, legend reads EDWARDVS VII D:G: BRITT: OMN: REX F:D: IND: IMP:. / St George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS PR64, certification number 21602410.
1839 Proof Half Sovereign - WR-344, struck en médaille. A superior example of this early Victorian proof half sovereign.
Mintage: 5,500; Only George VI Coins Minted. Particularly attractive with unusually sleek fields free from major marks or hairlines
Mintage: 5,500; Only George VI Coins Minted. Particularly attractive with unusually sleek fields free from major marks or hairlines
Mintage: 5,500; Only George VI Coins Minted. Particularly attractive with unusually sleek fields free from major marks or hairlines
Mintage: 5,500; Only George VI Coins Minted. Particularly attractive with unusually sleek fields free from major marks or hairlines
Mintage: 5,500; Only George VI Coins Minted. Particularly attractive with unusually sleek fields free from major marks or hairlines
GREAT BRITAIN. Sovereign, 2000. PCGS PROOF-70 Deep Cameo Gold Shield. S-SC4; Fr-454; KM-1002. Mintage: 10,000. A brilliant proof with hard mirrored fields and frosted cameo devices. Provenance: From the Collection of Richard Jewell.
GREAT BRITAIN. Sovereign, 2000. PCGS PROOF-70 Deep Cameo Gold Shield. S-SC4; Fr-454; KM-1002. Mintage: 10,000. A brilliant proof with hard mirrored fields and frosted cameo devices. Provenance: From the Collection of Richard Jewell.
Victoria gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo, KM766, S-3869, WR-362. Jubilee head variety. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo, KM766, S-3869, WR-362. Jubilee head variety. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo, KM766, S-3869, WR-362. Jubilee head variety. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo, KM766, S-3869, WR-362. Jubilee head variety. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo, KM766, S-3869, WR-362. Jubilee head variety. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo, KM766, S-3869, WR-362. Jubilee head variety. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1887 PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC, KM766, S-3869, W&R-362. A thoroughly outstanding representative of this scarce Proof, entirely meriting of its gem ultra cameo status--the fields appearing nearly jet-black from all angles with a pronounced silhouette matte frost atop the devices. A lovely gem, with simply magnificent watery surfaces and a fantastic cameo effect against the chiseled and heavily frosted devices. Seldom seen at this elite level of preservation, this is an all-around great coin that we suspect will find itself in the collection of a true connoisseur. Ranking very near the peak of certified specimens, we note that only two PR67's have been certified to-date. Ex. Murdoch Collection (Sotheby's April 1903, Lot 495 [part])
Victoria gold Proof 1/2 Sovereign 1887 PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC, KM766, S-3869, W&R-362. A thoroughly outstanding representative of this scarce Proof, entirely meriting of its gem ultra cameo status--the fields appearing nearly jet-black from all angles with a pronounced silhouette matte frost atop the devices. A lovely gem, with simply magnificent watery surfaces and a fantastic cameo effect against the chiseled and heavily frosted devices. Seldom seen at this elite level of preservation, this is an all-around great coin that we suspect will find itself in the collection of a true connoisseur. Ranking very near the peak of certified specimens, we note that only two PR67's have been certified to-date. Ex. Murdoch Collection (Sotheby's April 1903, Lot 495 [part])
Mintage: unknown. Only 2 graded higher on PCGS.
Mintage: unknown. Only 2 graded higher on PCGS.
Mintage: unknown. Only 2 graded higher on PCGS.
Very difficult to find in DCAM. Only 19 DCAM coins at PCGS, 5 in this grade with 1 higher.
Very difficult to find in DCAM. Only 19 DCAM coins at PCGS, 5 in this grade with 1 higher.
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. A striking example of Victoria's Jubilee Sovereign in Proof, devices deeply frosted and mirror fields bearing only a few notable marks commensurate with grade. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. A striking example of Victoria's Jubilee Sovereign in Proof, devices deeply frosted and mirror fields bearing only a few notable marks commensurate with grade. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. A striking example of Victoria's Jubilee Sovereign in Proof, devices deeply frosted and mirror fields bearing only a few notable marks commensurate with grade. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. A striking example of Victoria's Jubilee Sovereign in Proof, devices deeply frosted and mirror fields bearing only a few notable marks commensurate with grade. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1887 PR62 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. A striking example of Victoria's Jubilee Sovereign in Proof, devices deeply frosted and mirror fields bearing only a few notable marks commensurate with grade. Mintage: 797, Marsh: S
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1893 PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM785, S-3874, W&R-341. A highly popular type representing the final major bust design in the long-running Victorian sovereign series, this superb Proof representative takes conditional preservation to the near-peak of what has been seen for the issue. Serving as potent mirrors, the fields abound with deep reflectivity, while both Victoria's portrait and the reverse St. George motif rise in high profile and shine by virtue of the heavy golden frost which graces their features. Quite impressive in this technical caliber, and among the best we have had the privilege to offer.
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1893 PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM785, S-3874, W&R-341. A highly popular type representing the final major bust design in the long-running Victorian sovereign series, this superb Proof representative takes conditional preservation to the near-peak of what has been seen for the issue. Serving as potent mirrors, the fields abound with deep reflectivity, while both Victoria's portrait and the reverse St. George motif rise in high profile and shine by virtue of the heavy golden frost which graces their features. Quite impressive in this technical caliber, and among the best we have had the privilege to offer.
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1893 PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM785, S-3874, W&R-341. A highly popular type representing the final major bust design in the long-running Victorian sovereign series, this superb Proof representative takes conditional preservation to the near-peak of what has been seen for the issue. Serving as potent mirrors, the fields abound with deep reflectivity, while both Victoria's portrait and the reverse St. George motif rise in high profile and shine by virtue of the heavy golden frost which graces their features. Quite impressive in this technical caliber, and among the best we have had the privilege to offer.
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1893 PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM785, S-3874, W&R-341. A highly popular type representing the final major bust design in the long-running Victorian sovereign series, this superb Proof representative takes conditional preservation to the near-peak of what has been seen for the issue. Serving as potent mirrors, the fields abound with deep reflectivity, while both Victoria's portrait and the reverse St. George motif rise in high profile and shine by virtue of the heavy golden frost which graces their features. Quite impressive in this technical caliber, and among the best we have had the privilege to offer.
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1893 PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM785, S-3874, W&R-341. A highly popular type representing the final major bust design in the long-running Victorian sovereign series, this superb Proof representative takes conditional preservation to the near-peak of what has been seen for the issue. Serving as potent mirrors, the fields abound with deep reflectivity, while both Victoria's portrait and the reverse St. George motif rise in high profile and shine by virtue of the heavy golden frost which graces their features. Quite impressive in this technical caliber, and among the best we have had the privilege to offer.
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1893 PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM785, S-3874, W&R-341. A highly popular type representing the final major bust design in the long-running Victorian sovereign series, this superb Proof representative takes conditional preservation to the near-peak of what has been seen for the issue. Serving as potent mirrors, the fields abound with deep reflectivity, while both Victoria's portrait and the reverse St. George motif rise in high profile and shine by virtue of the heavy golden frost which graces their features. Quite impressive in this technical caliber, and among the best we have had the privilege to offer.
Victoria gold Proof Sovereign 1893 PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS, KM785, S-3874, W&R-341. A highly popular type representing the final major bust design in the long-running Victorian sovereign series, this superb Proof representative takes conditional preservation to the near-peak of what has been seen for the issue. Serving as potent mirrors, the fields abound with deep reflectivity, while both Victoria's portrait and the reverse St. George motif rise in high profile and shine by virtue of the heavy golden frost which graces their features. Quite impressive in this technical caliber, and among the best we have had the privilege to offer.
Reference: Fr-464; KM-1025; Marsh-549A (S); S-SB5 Half-Sovereign, 2002. The Royal Mint. Proof - Golden Jubilee. Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right; ELIZABETH·II·DEI·GRA REGINA·FID·DEF. / Crowned Royal shield within wreath; date below. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS PR70 DCAM, certification number 37769891.
Reference: Fr-464; KM-1025; Marsh-549A (S); S-SB5 Half-Sovereign, 2002. The Royal Mint. Proof - Golden Jubilee. Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right; ELIZABETH·II·DEI·GRA REGINA·FID·DEF. / Crowned Royal shield within wreath; date below. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS PR70 DCAM, certification number 37769891.
Victoria gold Proof 2 Pounds 1893 PR65+ Deep Cameo PCGS, KM786, S-3873, W&R-294, Marsh-T36 (R). Mintage: 773. Impeccably well-preserved, and very near the peak of recognized quality for the issue, with none yet exceeding PR67. Generously frosted against depthless, jet-black mirrors, even close scrutiny reveals hardly a singular flaw to be found. Most likely, the grade is held just shy of PR66 by some scattered copper spots to the obverse and the subtlest hint of haze behind her veil. Needless to say, an elite presentation, and the single finest we have yet offered.
Mintage: 2,555,958 Reference: Marsh-43B (R); S-3852D Large 0 in date. About very fine. Second young head of Victoria
Reference: Marsh-44D (R2); S-3852D E of DEI struck over higher, rotated E Very rarely seen. Rarity rating R2 in Marsh. Very fine.
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1884. London. Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW burried on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with short tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39511811. Population in this grade: 6 Population in higher grade: 8 Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-92; S-3856B Mintage: 1,796,635
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1884. London. Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW burried on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with short tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39511811. Population in this grade: 6 Population in higher grade: 8 Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-92; S-3856B Mintage: 1,796,635
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1884. London. Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW burried on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with short tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39511811. Population in this grade: 6 Population in higher grade: 8 Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-92; S-3856B Mintage: 1,796,635
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1884. London. Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW burried on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with short tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39511811. Population in this grade: 6 Population in higher grade: 8 Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-92; S-3856B Mintage: 1,796,635
GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria, 1837-1901. Sovereign, 1884. London. Young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; WW burried on truncation; VICTORIA D : G : BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D :. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon, horse with short tail, date and small B.P. in exergue. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU58 , certification number 39511811. Population in this grade: 6 Population in higher grade: 8 Reference: Fr-388; KM-752; Marsh-92; S-3856B Mintage: 1,796,635
GREAT BRITAIN. Sovereign, 2015. PCGS PROOF-70 Deep Cameo Gold Shield. S-SC7; Fr-Unlisted; KM-1002.1. A brilliant and technically flawless proof with hard mirrored fields and frosted cameo devices. Sold with certificate of authenticity #1420. Provenance: From the Collection of Richard Jewell.
GREAT BRITAIN. Sovereign, 2015. PCGS PROOF-70 Deep Cameo Gold Shield. S-SC7; Fr-Unlisted; KM-1002.1. A brilliant and technically flawless proof with hard mirrored fields and frosted cameo devices. Sold with certificate of authenticity #1420. Provenance: From the Collection of Richard Jewell.
UNITED KINGDOM. George III, 1760-1820. Gold half-guinea, 1801. Royal Mint. Laureate head of King George III facing right; around, GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA. Design by Lewis Pingo. / Crowned shield within Garter; date below; BRITANNIANUM REX FIDEI DEFENSOR. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS MS63 , certification number 28255347. PCGS population in this grade: 5. PCGS population in higher grade: 3. Reference: S-3736; KM-649; F-223
UNITED KINGDOM. George III, 1760-1820. Gold half-guinea, 1801. Royal Mint. Laureate head of King George III facing right; around, GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA. Design by Lewis Pingo. / Crowned shield within Garter; date below; BRITANNIANUM REX FIDEI DEFENSOR. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS MS63 , certification number 28255347. PCGS population in this grade: 5. PCGS population in higher grade: 3. Reference: S-3736; KM-649; F-223
UNITED KINGDOM. George III, 1760-1820. Gold half-guinea, 1801. Royal Mint. Laureate head of King George III facing right; around, GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA. Design by Lewis Pingo. / Crowned shield within Garter; date below; BRITANNIANUM REX FIDEI DEFENSOR. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS MS63 , certification number 28255347. PCGS population in this grade: 5. PCGS population in higher grade: 3. Reference: S-3736; KM-649; F-223
Reference: S-SC12 Mintage: 13,500, Marsh- 565 (N) Sovereign, 2017. The Royal Mint. Proof. Fifth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right. Legend reads ELIZABETH II·DEI·GRA·REG·FID·DEF·2017·. Engraver: Jody Clark. / Pistrucci's original depiction of St. George slaying the dragon right, within Garter, date and engraver's initials in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS PR70 DCAM, certification number 38183878.
Reference: S-SC12 Mintage: 13,500, Marsh- 565 (N) Sovereign, 2017. The Royal Mint. Proof. Fifth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right. Legend reads ELIZABETH II·DEI·GRA·REG·FID·DEF·2017·. Engraver: Jody Clark. / Pistrucci's original depiction of St. George slaying the dragon right, within Garter, date and engraver's initials in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS PR70 DCAM, certification number 38183878.
George III gold 1/2 Guinea 1794 MS63 PCGS, KM608, S-3735. An impressive specimen to say the least and the sole finest for the date across both major grading services. The present example is awash in cascading mint brilliance, enlivening warm golden surfaces largely devoid of imperfection. A superb example of the type. Ex. Terner Collection (Goldberg Auction Auction 25, May 2003, Lot 1219)
George III gold 1/2 Guinea 1794 MS63 PCGS, KM608, S-3735. An impressive specimen to say the least and the sole finest for the date across both major grading services. The present example is awash in cascading mint brilliance, enlivening warm golden surfaces largely devoid of imperfection. A superb example of the type. Ex. Terner Collection (Goldberg Auction Auction 25, May 2003, Lot 1219)
George III gold 1/2 Guinea 1794 MS63 PCGS, KM608, S-3735. An impressive specimen to say the least and the sole finest for the date across both major grading services. The present example is awash in cascading mint brilliance, enlivening warm golden surfaces largely devoid of imperfection. A superb example of the type. Ex. Terner Collection (Goldberg Auction Auction 25, May 2003, Lot 1219)
George III gold 1/2 Guinea 1794 MS63 PCGS, KM608, S-3735. An impressive specimen to say the least and the sole finest for the date across both major grading services. The present example is awash in cascading mint brilliance, enlivening warm golden surfaces largely devoid of imperfection. A superb example of the type. Ex. Terner Collection (Goldberg Auction Auction 25, May 2003, Lot 1219)
George III gold 1/3 Guinea 1808 MS63 PCGS, KM650, S-3740. A touch of yellow-gold tone enhances the look of this outstanding Select representative that boasts a strong strike and unimprovable luster. Very scarce this nice and conditionally rare any finer. From The Law Collection
George III gold 1/3 Guinea 1808 MS63 PCGS, KM650, S-3740. A touch of yellow-gold tone enhances the look of this outstanding Select representative that boasts a strong strike and unimprovable luster. Very scarce this nice and conditionally rare any finer. From The Law Collection
George III gold 1/3 Guinea 1808 MS63 PCGS, KM650, S-3740. A touch of yellow-gold tone enhances the look of this outstanding Select representative that boasts a strong strike and unimprovable luster. Very scarce this nice and conditionally rare any finer. From The Law Collection
George III gold 1/3 Guinea 1808 MS63 PCGS, KM650, S-3740. A touch of yellow-gold tone enhances the look of this outstanding Select representative that boasts a strong strike and unimprovable luster. Very scarce this nice and conditionally rare any finer. From The Law Collection
Sovereign, 1870. London. WW incuse. Second young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; die number and national emblems below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. The only coin in PCGS population of the WW incuse type. Die number 1. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU53, certification number 39895649. PCGS population in this grade: 1, single finest graded. Reference: Fr-387i; KM-736.2; Marsh-54; S-3853 Mintage: 2,189,960.
Sovereign, 1870. London. WW incuse. Second young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; die number and national emblems below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. The only coin in PCGS population of the WW incuse type. Die number 1. In secure plastic holder, graded by PCGS AU53, certification number 39895649. PCGS population in this grade: 1, single finest graded. Reference: Fr-387i; KM-736.2; Marsh-54; S-3853 Mintage: 2,189,960.
Mintage: 803,234; Marsh-41B (R2) Unbarred A's in GRATIA. Scarce variety of a scarce date. Very fine.
Victoria gold Sovereign 1888 MS62 PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. Satiny with no singularly significant signs of contact. From The Caranett Collection
Victoria gold Sovereign 1888 MS62 PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. Satiny with no singularly significant signs of contact. From The Caranett Collection
Victoria gold Sovereign 1888 MS62 PCGS, KM767, S-3866B. Satiny with no singularly significant signs of contact. From The Caranett Collection
Mintage : unknown, Marsh:R6 Single finest graded with PCGS.
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Mintage : unknown, Marsh:R6 Single finest graded with PCGS.
Second young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA, with T struck over T in VICTORIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; thistle, rose and shamrock below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. This is a currently unlisted variety. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS AU58, certification number 36456814. PCGS population in this grade: 2, equal-finest graded. Reference: Unlisted variety
Second young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA, with T struck over T in VICTORIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; thistle, rose and shamrock below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. This is a currently unlisted variety. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS AU58, certification number 36456814. PCGS population in this grade: 2, equal-finest graded. Reference: Unlisted variety
Second young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA, with T struck over T in VICTORIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; thistle, rose and shamrock below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. This is a currently unlisted variety. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS AU58, certification number 36456814. PCGS population in this grade: 2, equal-finest graded. Reference: Unlisted variety
Second young head of Victoria facing left, hair tied in fillet; date below truncation; VICTORIA DEI GRATIA, with T struck over T in VICTORIA. / Crowned shield within wreath; thistle, rose and shamrock below; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. This is a currently unlisted variety. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS AU58, certification number 36456814. PCGS population in this grade: 2, equal-finest graded. Reference: Unlisted variety
Edward VIII Abdication Silver Medal, 1936. PCGS MATTE SPECIMEN-64 Gold Shield. BHM-4277; Eimer-Unlisted. By L. E. Pinches. Mintage: 100. Obverse: KING EDWARD VIII, crowned and robed bust right, wearing Chain of the Garter; Reverse: ASCENDED / THE THRONE / JAN 20TH 1936 / ABDICATED / DEC 10TH / 1936 in six lines; all within wreath. Reverse: Legend and dates in six lines within wreath. Deep steel gray surfaces with an incredible matte nature. Some minor spotting is evident on the reverse, but is not distracting to the eye. An interesting commemorative from this shocking abdication. A VERY RARE and alluring Gem, this piece presents a departure from a collection of coronation medals, in that, rather than a coronation, it instead "celebrates" an abdication. As Edward had fallen in love with American divorcee, Wallis Simpson, and since marriage to a divorced individual was not allowed, he chose instead to relinquish the crown, with it passing to younger brother, Albert. Despite the event chronicled, this type is clearly an absolute inclusion into any top coronation medal set or collection of issues relating to the Duke of Windsor--the former Edward VIII. Provenance: From the Duke of Lansing Collection.
Edward VIII Abdication Silver Medal, 1936. PCGS MATTE SPECIMEN-64 Gold Shield. BHM-4277; Eimer-Unlisted. By L. E. Pinches. Mintage: 100. Obverse: KING EDWARD VIII, crowned and robed bust right, wearing Chain of the Garter; Reverse: ASCENDED / THE THRONE / JAN 20TH 1936 / ABDICATED / DEC 10TH / 1936 in six lines; all within wreath. Reverse: Legend and dates in six lines within wreath. Deep steel gray surfaces with an incredible matte nature. Some minor spotting is evident on the reverse, but is not distracting to the eye. An interesting commemorative from this shocking abdication. A VERY RARE and alluring Gem, this piece presents a departure from a collection of coronation medals, in that, rather than a coronation, it instead "celebrates" an abdication. As Edward had fallen in love with American divorcee, Wallis Simpson, and since marriage to a divorced individual was not allowed, he chose instead to relinquish the crown, with it passing to younger brother, Albert. Despite the event chronicled, this type is clearly an absolute inclusion into any top coronation medal set or collection of issues relating to the Duke of Windsor--the former Edward VIII. Provenance: From the Duke of Lansing Collection.
Edward VIII Abdication Silver Medal, 1936. PCGS MATTE SPECIMEN-64 Gold Shield. BHM-4277; Eimer-Unlisted. By L. E. Pinches. Mintage: 100. Obverse: KING EDWARD VIII, crowned and robed bust right, wearing Chain of the Garter; Reverse: ASCENDED / THE THRONE / JAN 20TH 1936 / ABDICATED / DEC 10TH / 1936 in six lines; all within wreath. Reverse: Legend and dates in six lines within wreath. Deep steel gray surfaces with an incredible matte nature. Some minor spotting is evident on the reverse, but is not distracting to the eye. An interesting commemorative from this shocking abdication. A VERY RARE and alluring Gem, this piece presents a departure from a collection of coronation medals, in that, rather than a coronation, it instead "celebrates" an abdication. As Edward had fallen in love with American divorcee, Wallis Simpson, and since marriage to a divorced individual was not allowed, he chose instead to relinquish the crown, with it passing to younger brother, Albert. Despite the event chronicled, this type is clearly an absolute inclusion into any top coronation medal set or collection of issues relating to the Duke of Windsor--the former Edward VIII. Provenance: From the Duke of Lansing Collection.
Victoria gold "Jubilee Head" Sovereign 1890 MS64 NGC, KM767, S-3866. Second legend, normal JEB. On the cusp of Gem, with pleasing eye-appeal and presently tied for "top-pop" with two others at NGC.
Victoria gold "Jubilee Head" Sovereign 1890 MS64 NGC, KM767, S-3866. Second legend, normal JEB. On the cusp of Gem, with pleasing eye-appeal and presently tied for "top-pop" with two others at NGC.
Victoria gold "Jubilee Head" Sovereign 1890 MS64 NGC, KM767, S-3866. Second legend, normal JEB. On the cusp of Gem, with pleasing eye-appeal and presently tied for "top-pop" with two others at NGC.
Victoria gold "Jubilee Head" Sovereign 1890 MS64 NGC, KM767, S-3866. Second legend, normal JEB. On the cusp of Gem, with pleasing eye-appeal and presently tied for "top-pop" with two others at NGC.
Victoria gold "Jubilee Head" Sovereign 1890 MS64 NGC, KM767, S-3866. Second legend, normal JEB. On the cusp of Gem, with pleasing eye-appeal and presently tied for "top-pop" with two others at NGC.
Gold half-sovereign, 1826. London. Bare head left; date below; · GEORGIUS IV DEI GRATIA ·. / Garnished crowned shield; BRITANNIARUM REX FID: DEF:. Variety without extra tuft in hair. Single finest graded with PCGS. Fresh and minty example with only the faintest detractions. In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS MS65 , certification number 39301610 . PCGS population in this grade: 1, single finest graded. Reference: Fr-380; KM-700; Marsh-407; S-3804 Mintage: 344,830.
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Victoria gold Sovereign 1861-SYDNEY AU53 NGC, Sydney mint, KM4, Fr-10. Ex Sincona British Collection Auction 75 Lot 360 Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Melt Value: $564.01 Gold Spot: $2,397/oz (07-25-2024) Mintage: 1,626,000
Victoria gold Sovereign 1861-SYDNEY AU53 NGC, Sydney mint, KM4, Fr-10. Ex Sincona British Collection Auction 75 Lot 360 Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Melt Value: $564.01 Gold Spot: $2,397/oz (07-25-2024) Mintage: 1,626,000
Victoria gold Sovereign 1861-SYDNEY AU53 NGC, Sydney mint, KM4, Fr-10. Ex Sincona British Collection Auction 75 Lot 360 Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Melt Value: $564.01 Gold Spot: $2,397/oz (07-25-2024) Mintage: 1,626,000
Victoria gold Sovereign 1861-SYDNEY AU53 NGC, Sydney mint, KM4, Fr-10. Ex Sincona British Collection Auction 75 Lot 360 Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Melt Value: $564.01 Gold Spot: $2,397/oz (07-25-2024) Mintage: 1,626,000
Victoria gold Sovereign 1866-SYDNEY AU53 NGC, Sydney mint, KM4, Marsh-A371. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Melt Value: $553.19 Gold Spot: $2,351/oz (06-04-2024) Mintage: 2,911,000
Victoria gold Sovereign 1866-SYDNEY AU53 NGC, Sydney mint, KM4, Marsh-A371. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Melt Value: $553.19 Gold Spot: $2,351/oz (06-04-2024) Mintage: 2,911,000
Victoria gold Sovereign 1866-SYDNEY AU53 NGC, Sydney mint, KM4, Marsh-A371. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Melt Value: $553.19 Gold Spot: $2,351/oz (06-04-2024) Mintage: 2,911,000
Victoria gold Sovereign 1866-SYDNEY AU53 NGC, Sydney mint, KM4, Marsh-A371. Metal: Gold Weight: 7.9811g AGW: 0.2353oz Melt Value: $553.19 Gold Spot: $2,351/oz (06-04-2024) Mintage: 2,911,000
Mintage : 1,373,298 Reference: S-3854; KM-6; Fr-11, Marsh: 60 (N) Melbourne. Shield. Extremely fine. Young head of Victoria facing left, date below, legend around reads VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield of arms within wreath, BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF: around, mintmark below. Edge milled.
Mintage : 1,373,298 Reference: S-3854; KM-6; Fr-11, Marsh: 60 (N) Melbourne. Shield. Extremely fine. Young head of Victoria facing left, date below, legend around reads VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield of arms within wreath, BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF: around, mintmark below. Edge milled.
Mintage: 2,466,000 Reference: S-3854A; KM-6; Fr-11; Marsh: 63 (S) Sovereign, 1882 M. Melbourne. Shield. Extremely fine. Young head of Victoria facing left, date below, legend around reads VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield of arms within wreath, BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF: around, mintmark below. Edge milled.
Mintage: 2,466,000 Reference: S-3854A; KM-6; Fr-11; Marsh: 63 (S) Sovereign, 1882 M. Melbourne. Shield. Extremely fine. Young head of Victoria facing left, date below, legend around reads VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. / Crowned shield of arms within wreath, BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF: around, mintmark below. Edge milled.
Mintage: 512830; Marsh: S ; Check Variant
Victoria gold 1/2 Sovereign 1858-SYDNEY VF35 NGC, Sydney mint, KM3, Fr-10a. Reserve Bank of Australia. Early date of issue and problem free.
Victoria gold 1/2 Sovereign 1858-SYDNEY VF35 NGC, Sydney mint, KM3, Fr-10a. Reserve Bank of Australia. Early date of issue and problem free.
Victoria gold 1/2 Sovereign 1861/0-SYDNEY XF45 NGC, Sydney mint, cf. KM3 (overdate unlisted), Fr-10a, Marsh-386A (R3). From an original low mintage of 183,500, an unknown number of coins were minted with the 1/0 overdate, which in this example, is well observable under magnification. A brief study in comparable sales reveals a limited few of these overdates appearing on the marketplace. Beyond this issue, which we handled in January of 2023, the previous one we sold was a PCGS VF25 in January 2014, selling for $2,820. This specimen is conditionally vastly superior, and in fact, is the finest-graded in the NGC census with only one piece sharing the same technical grade in the PCGS population. An offering that admits honest wear from active circulation and projects the typical greenish tinge due to the naturally occurring silver in the alloy used in Australia. Incidentally, this is the primary reason why these pieces are so rare, as they got melted down for their higher than face value metal content. Ex. Heritage Auctions #3106 (January 2023, Lot 33349)
Victoria gold 1/2 Sovereign 1861/0-SYDNEY XF45 NGC, Sydney mint, cf. KM3 (overdate unlisted), Fr-10a, Marsh-386A (R3). From an original low mintage of 183,500, an unknown number of coins were minted with the 1/0 overdate, which in this example, is well observable under magnification. A brief study in comparable sales reveals a limited few of these overdates appearing on the marketplace. Beyond this issue, which we handled in January of 2023, the previous one we sold was a PCGS VF25 in January 2014, selling for $2,820. This specimen is conditionally vastly superior, and in fact, is the finest-graded in the NGC census with only one piece sharing the same technical grade in the PCGS population. An offering that admits honest wear from active circulation and projects the typical greenish tinge due to the naturally occurring silver in the alloy used in Australia. Incidentally, this is the primary reason why these pieces are so rare, as they got melted down for their higher than face value metal content. Ex. Heritage Auctions #3106 (January 2023, Lot 33349)
Victoria gold 1/2 Sovereign 1861/0-SYDNEY XF45 NGC, Sydney mint, cf. KM3 (overdate unlisted), Fr-10a, Marsh-386A (R3). From an original low mintage of 183,500, an unknown number of coins were minted with the 1/0 overdate, which in this example, is well observable under magnification. A brief study in comparable sales reveals a limited few of these overdates appearing on the marketplace. Beyond this issue, which we handled in January of 2023, the previous one we sold was a PCGS VF25 in January 2014, selling for $2,820. This specimen is conditionally vastly superior, and in fact, is the finest-graded in the NGC census with only one piece sharing the same technical grade in the PCGS population. An offering that admits honest wear from active circulation and projects the typical greenish tinge due to the naturally occurring silver in the alloy used in Australia. Incidentally, this is the primary reason why these pieces are so rare, as they got melted down for their higher than face value metal content. Ex. Heritage Auctions #3106 (January 2023, Lot 33349)
Victoria gold 1/2 Sovereign 1861/0-SYDNEY XF45 NGC, Sydney mint, cf. KM3 (overdate unlisted), Fr-10a, Marsh-386A (R3). From an original low mintage of 183,500, an unknown number of coins were minted with the 1/0 overdate, which in this example, is well observable under magnification. A brief study in comparable sales reveals a limited few of these overdates appearing on the marketplace. Beyond this issue, which we handled in January of 2023, the previous one we sold was a PCGS VF25 in January 2014, selling for $2,820. This specimen is conditionally vastly superior, and in fact, is the finest-graded in the NGC census with only one piece sharing the same technical grade in the PCGS population. An offering that admits honest wear from active circulation and projects the typical greenish tinge due to the naturally occurring silver in the alloy used in Australia. Incidentally, this is the primary reason why these pieces are so rare, as they got melted down for their higher than face value metal content. Ex. Heritage Auctions #3106 (January 2023, Lot 33349)
Sovereign, 1872 S. Sydney. St. George. Young head left, WW buried in truncation; mintmark S below; VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon right, horse with long tail; date and small B.P. in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by NGC MS 62, certification number 5607401-012. NGC Census in this grade: 2, equal-finest graded. Total NGC Census: 36 Reference: S-3858A; KM-7 Mintage: 1,815,000.
Sovereign, 1872 S. Sydney. St. George. Young head left, WW buried in truncation; mintmark S below; VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon right, horse with long tail; date and small B.P. in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by NGC MS 62, certification number 5607401-012. NGC Census in this grade: 2, equal-finest graded. Total NGC Census: 36 Reference: S-3858A; KM-7 Mintage: 1,815,000.
Sovereign, 1872 S. Sydney. St. George. Young head left, WW buried in truncation; mintmark S below; VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon right, horse with long tail; date and small B.P. in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by NGC MS 62, certification number 5607401-012. NGC Census in this grade: 2, equal-finest graded. Total NGC Census: 36 Reference: S-3858A; KM-7 Mintage: 1,815,000.
Sovereign, 1872 S. Sydney. St. George. Young head left, WW buried in truncation; mintmark S below; VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REG: F: D:. / St George on horseback slaying the dragon right, horse with long tail; date and small B.P. in exergue. Edge milled. In secure plastic holder, graded by NGC MS 62, certification number 5607401-012. NGC Census in this grade: 2, equal-finest graded. Total NGC Census: 36 Reference: S-3858A; KM-7 Mintage: 1,815,000.
George IV gold Proof Sovereign 1825 PR62 Cameo NGC, KM696, S-3801, W&R-236 (R5), Marsh-11A. Bare bust. Reeded edge. By William Wyon after Chantrey, reverse by Jean-Baptiste Merlen. Razor-sharp and flashy, with golden sunflower tone uniformly draped across the features. The artistry of this contested earlier Sovereign issue is on full display in this piece, with George's long locks of hair flaring in dramatic fashion, crisp and well-defined against the surrounding designs. Only a persistent yet light degree of friction throughout limits the grade designation from further heights. Ex Sovereign Rarities Action 4 Lot 186 Sold £ 15600 9/21/2021
George IV gold Proof Sovereign 1825 PR62 Cameo NGC, KM696, S-3801, W&R-236 (R5), Marsh-11A. Bare bust. Reeded edge. By William Wyon after Chantrey, reverse by Jean-Baptiste Merlen. Razor-sharp and flashy, with golden sunflower tone uniformly draped across the features. The artistry of this contested earlier Sovereign issue is on full display in this piece, with George's long locks of hair flaring in dramatic fashion, crisp and well-defined against the surrounding designs. Only a persistent yet light degree of friction throughout limits the grade designation from further heights. Ex Sovereign Rarities Action 4 Lot 186 Sold £ 15600 9/21/2021
George IV gold Proof Sovereign 1825 PR62 Cameo NGC, KM696, S-3801, W&R-236 (R5), Marsh-11A. Bare bust. Reeded edge. By William Wyon after Chantrey, reverse by Jean-Baptiste Merlen. Razor-sharp and flashy, with golden sunflower tone uniformly draped across the features. The artistry of this contested earlier Sovereign issue is on full display in this piece, with George's long locks of hair flaring in dramatic fashion, crisp and well-defined against the surrounding designs. Only a persistent yet light degree of friction throughout limits the grade designation from further heights. Ex Sovereign Rarities Action 4 Lot 186 Sold £ 15600 9/21/2021
George IV gold Proof Sovereign 1825 PR62 Cameo NGC, KM696, S-3801, W&R-236 (R5), Marsh-11A. Bare bust. Reeded edge. By William Wyon after Chantrey, reverse by Jean-Baptiste Merlen. Razor-sharp and flashy, with golden sunflower tone uniformly draped across the features. The artistry of this contested earlier Sovereign issue is on full display in this piece, with George's long locks of hair flaring in dramatic fashion, crisp and well-defined against the surrounding designs. Only a persistent yet light degree of friction throughout limits the grade designation from further heights. Ex Sovereign Rarities Action 4 Lot 186 Sold £ 15600 9/21/2021
George IV Proof "Barton's Metal" Obverse Uniface Trial Sovereign 1825 PR63 NGC, cf. W&R-235 (for obverse), Marsh-10D (same, R5) . Edge plain, struck in gold-electrolyzed copper also known as "Barton's metal". An immensely desirable offering with the sculptured, gently frosted portrait of the King raising in admirable relief from the reflective fields, in lasting tribute to William Wyon's legendary engraving skills that continue to be celebrated even today. Ex. Murdoch Collection
George IV Proof "Barton's Metal" Obverse Uniface Trial Sovereign 1825 PR63 NGC, cf. W&R-235 (for obverse), Marsh-10D (same, R5) . Edge plain, struck in gold-electrolyzed copper also known as "Barton's metal". An immensely desirable offering with the sculptured, gently frosted portrait of the King raising in admirable relief from the reflective fields, in lasting tribute to William Wyon's legendary engraving skills that continue to be celebrated even today. Ex. Murdoch Collection
George IV Proof "Barton's Metal" Obverse Uniface Trial Sovereign 1825 PR63 NGC, cf. W&R-235 (for obverse), Marsh-10D (same, R5) . Edge plain, struck in gold-electrolyzed copper also known as "Barton's metal". An immensely desirable offering with the sculptured, gently frosted portrait of the King raising in admirable relief from the reflective fields, in lasting tribute to William Wyon's legendary engraving skills that continue to be celebrated even today. Ex. Murdoch Collection
George IV Proof "Barton's Metal" Obverse Uniface Trial Sovereign 1825 PR63 NGC, cf. W&R-235 (for obverse), Marsh-10D (same, R5) . Edge plain, struck in gold-electrolyzed copper also known as "Barton's metal". An immensely desirable offering with the sculptured, gently frosted portrait of the King raising in admirable relief from the reflective fields, in lasting tribute to William Wyon's legendary engraving skills that continue to be celebrated even today. Ex. Murdoch Collection