Groat 1836 Gold Pattern with Plain edge, Wilson & Rasmussen 273, ESC 1921, Bull 2518, Davies 380G, weight 3.43 grammes, in an NGC holder and graded PF63, rated R5 by Wilson & Rasmussen, (estimated 6-10 specimens known). An excessively rare and desirable example of the William IV Britannia type. Four different patterns of this date were minted in gold, two of which used the '4P in field' type reverse, the remaining two used the Britannia reverse later adopted for the currency issue, namely this piece and an equivalent piece struck on a thin flan. Of significant interest to the Gold Pattern collector, or specialist collector of the William IV series. By comparison, the Proof coins included in the 1831 Proof set each had a mintage of 225 pieces, so if you are interested in choice rarities of the sort offered globally once or twice a decade this is the lot for you
Sovereign Mary 1553 Fine Sovereign of 30 Shillings, dated in Roman numerals. Obverse: Mary enthroned, double annulet stops with single after ANG' Reverse: Shield on a rose, S.2488, North 1956, as Schneider 704, the reverse with abbreviation mark and a double annulet stop at the end of the legend, mintmark Pomegranate, 15.34 grammes, in a PCGS holder and graded Damage - AU detail, (PCGS certificate no. 37676209) struck on a full, slightly wavy flan the coin shows slight signs of mounting at the top of the obverse, barely visible in the holder, a tiny crack on the rim is evident between the I and N of REGINA. The workmanship of these large hammered coins shows an outstanding level of detail and intricacy. Being the flagship coin of the reign, all Mary Sovereigns were minted in .995 gold, the gold standard being restored to this traditional fineness in Mary's reign. Mary Sovereigns are rare and seldom offered, the last one we sold was in 2004, since then we have offered numerous Triple Unites and two 1839 Una and the Lion Five Pounds
Two Guineas 1701 Fine Work S.3457 VF/GVF with signs of expert work to remove a scratch on the reverse below MAG, the obverse with minor rub to the King' cheek and jawline, the edge with slight unevenness above the top shield, the milling complete, still retaining excellent eye appeal, the Fine Work coins always highly sought after
Five Hundred Pounds 2021 The Great Engravers - William Wyon - Gothic Crown Obverse, 5oz. .999 Gold Proof, S.GE35, a superb new rendition of the classic 1847 Gothic portrait, FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate and booklet, only 181 pieces minted with just 175 in this presentation format
Five Hundred Pounds 2020 5oz. Gold Proof - David Bowie - British Music Legend. FDC cased as issued by the Royal Mint with historical booklet and certificate. Only 60 pieces issued. David Bowie originates from South London UK and has sold hundreds of millions of records, his ground breaking Ziggy Stardust Album shot him to fame in the early 1970s, he had the ability to regularly re-invent himself staying at the top of the music profession throughout his life. He was an outstanding collaborator, Ric Wakeman played on his Hunky Dory Album and he has released recordings with other stars ranging from Queen to Bing Crosby
Five Hundred Pounds 2021 The Who - British Music Legends 5oz. Gold Proof, S.WH9 FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate and booklet. The Who were formed in the early 1960s and are one of the most successful bands of all time having sold over 100 million albums. This impressive coin features a design featuring a stylized Rickenbacker guitar shaped like a pinball table, in honour of the band's 'Pinball Wizard' track from their critically acclaimed and highly successful Rock Opera 'Tommy'. The band are members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and have had huge success with songs such as 'My Generation', 'Who Are You?' and 'Won't Get Fooled Again' the last two of which are still used today as theme songs for the popular TV series' CSI and CSI Miami
Five Hundred Pounds 2022 The Life and Legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, Reverse: profile of Queen Elizabeth II right, ELIZABETH REGINA 1926-2022, 5oz. Gold Proof FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
Five Hundred Pounds 2023 Britannia 5oz. Gold Proof, Obverse: Charles III, Reverse: A striking new Britannia design by Jonathan Olliffe, FDC in the Royal mint box of issue with certificate and booklet, only 90 minted with just 65 in this presentation format
Five Hundred Pounds 2023 Coronation of King Charles III 5oz. Gold Proof, a new reverse design featuring crowned Royal Arms, with crowned CR monogram to the left and interlinked three C's the right similar to the reverse design on the Charles II Maundy Threepence, FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate and booklet, only 106 minted with just 100 in this presentation format, this first we have offered
Alderney 500 Pounds 2021 Gothic 5oz. Gold Proof Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II portrait right, crowned, in Gothic style, Reverse: Queen Victoria Gothic portrait as used on the original 1847 Gothic Crown, in a PCGS holder and graded PR70DCAM in a Harrington and Byrne presentation box with their certificate stating a mintage of just 125 pieces
Alderney Fifty Pounds Gold 2019 200th Anniversary of the Birth of Queen Victoria. Reverse: A modern rendition of the iconic Una and the Lion design originally used for the reverse for the legendary 1839 Gold Five Pounds. Struck in .999 gold by Hatton's of London, 142.61 grammes, FDC in the Hatton's box of issue with their certificate, Only 20 pieces minted, an extremely popular issue, and with this tiny mintage, demand is almost certain to outstrip supply. We note an example sold at London Coins Auction A172 March 2021 realised £20,000 hammer price
Proof Set 1937 (4 coins) Gold Set Five Pounds to Half Sovereign, comprising Five Pounds 1937 Marsh F40, S.4074 UNC with a scratch on either side, and a tone spot in the obverse field, retaining much original brilliance, Two Pounds 1937 Marsh T46, S.4075, UNC to nFDC with some hairlines, retaining much original brilliance, Sovereign 1937 Marsh 296B, S.2076 nFDC lightly toned with a minor contact mark on the portrait, and Half Sovereign 1937 Marsh 543A, S.4077 nFDC with a tone spot on either side, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Five Guineas 1675 Charles II First Bust S3328E NGC AU Details REV SCRATCHED. A rare seldom offered date the last one we sold was graded NGC XF45 and realised £20,000 (the coin we are offering now is better grade overall with minor scratches reverse). NGC have only graded 5 of this type with four of those in graded AU55 or lower
Crown 1839 Plain edge Proof ESC 279 UNC nicely toned with a few minor contact marks and hairlines, Ex Roland Harris sale LCA 123, 7 Dec 2008 Lot 1057 realised £3,200 now in an LCGS holder graded 80. From the iconic 1839 Una and the Lion Proof Set a seldom offered type
Proof Set 1902 Long Matt Proof Set (13 coins) Five Pounds, Two Pounds, Sovereign, Half Sovereign, Crown, Halfcrown, Florin, Shilling, Sixpence and Maundy Set, the Gold Five Pounds choice, the Two Pounds with a minor tone spot in the obverse field, Sovereign with some hairlines, and some contact marks on the horse, Half Sovereign with minor hairlines to the obverse, Crown with some raised metal in places on the obverse, the silver coins with some hairlines, possibly once lightly wiped, UNC to FDC in the red Royal Mint case of issue
Two Hundred Pounds 2023 Petition Crown Portrait, 2oz. Gold Proof. a new release featuring the Obverse portrait of the iconic 1663 Petition Crown a modern reworking to the original Thomas Simon masterpiece, now recreated on this stunning piece and showcasing the skill of the modern engraver. A fitting tribute to Thomas Simon's original from 360 years ago and also features the famous two-tier edge inscription, in an NGC holder and graded PF69 Ultra Cameo
Two Hundred Pounds 2023 Petition Crown , 2oz. Gold Proof. a new release featuring the Reverse of the iconic 1663 Petition Crown Reverse a modern reworking to the original Thomas Simon masterpiece, now recreated on this stunning piece and showcasing the skill of the modern engraver. A fitting tribute to Thomas Simon's original from 360 years ago and also features the famous two-tier edge inscription, in an NGC holder and graded PF69 Ultra Cameo
Australia Adelaide Pound 1852 Type Two, with redesigned reverse, Good Fine, Ex-Jewellery, The first gold coin of Australia, it is believed that only 250 of these coins have survived with just 200 of this type two variety in existence. An iconic piece and a world famous rarity, only the second example we have offered, a rare opportunity to acquire one of the worlds key pieces which ticks all the boxes of desirability, rarity and historical significance
Sovereign 1924SA Marsh 288, S.4004, GEF in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 65, an extremely rare date with a tiny mintage of just 2660 pieces, very seldom offered in any grade, our archive database stretching back to 2003 shows that we have offered only 3 previous examples, Ex-Cheshire Collection (ticket no longer with the coin)
Half Guinea 1713 S.3575 in an NGC holder and graded AU58+. All Queen Anne gold desirable and rare in high grades. Only the fourth example we have offered in 20 years
Sovereign 1821 Proof Marsh 5A, S.3800, UNC with some contact marks and minor scratches, retaining some lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, a seldom offered type
China, Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation 10 Dollars 1900 SHANGHAI a uniface colour trail of Pick S355 Extremely Fine PCGS 40 with perforated cancelled edge tear at bottom left. Rare and seldom offered
Sovereign 1841 Marsh 24A, S.3852, Unbarred A's in GRATIA, Fine, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 25, Extremely rare and seldom offered, a date missing from many advanced Sovereign collections
Sovereign 1823 Marsh 7, S.3800, NEF with some contact marks and hairlines, retaining much eye appeal, and overall a pleasing example of this key date rarity
Two Hundred Pounds 2021 The Great Engravers - William Wyon - Gothic Crown Reverse, 2oz. of .999 gold, Milled edge Proof , S.GE23, the reverse as the original 1847 Gothic Crown, a superb new rendition of the classic design, in an NGC holder and graded PF70 Ultra Cameo
Two Pounds 1893 Proof S.3873, Marsh T36, UNC with hairlines, once cleaned with some fine scratches in the reverse field behind the horse, a rare issue with just 773 pieces minted
India, Government of India 2 Rupees 8 Annas (2/8 RUPEES) 1918 George V top left signed Gubbay Pick 2 series B/3 805415 PMCS 50 AUNC "Restored and Repaired" a rare seldom offered early type
Britanna Gold Proof Set 2013 the Five-coin set comprising £100 One ounce, £50 Half ounce, £25 Quarter ounce, £10 One Tenth Ounce, and One pound 1/20th ounce, FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue, only 250 sets issued
Alderney Twenty Pounds 2019 200th Anniversary of the Birth of Queen Victoria. Reverse: A modern representation of the classic Una and the Lion design originally used for the reverse for the legendary 1839 Gold Five Pounds. Struck in .999 gold by Hatton's of London. 71.3 grammes. a few minor fleck of red tone, otherwise FDC in the Hatton's box of issue with their certificate, only 63 pieces struck. An extremely popular issue with demand almost certain to outstrip supply. At the time of minting, this was the World's first pure gold Twenty Pound coin. We note an example sold at London Coins Auction A174 in September 2021 realised £10,000 hammer price
Scotland Demy James I (1406-1437) Type III, Large Quatrefoils with pellet centres, Lis stops on obverse, Obverse Legend : IΛCOBVS (Lis) DE (Lis) I GRACIA (Lis) REXS (Lis), Reverse Legend : SALVVI (Double Saltire stop) FAC POPVLVS(Lis) TVVRONE(Lis) I upon X in the centre of the reverse with Lis on either side and dot in the upper and lower angles of the X, 3.22 grammes, S.5192 mintmark Lis, Bold Fine on a slightly wavy but full round flan, an unusual reverse die type
Sovereign 1908C Satin Proof, Marsh 183, S.3970, EF in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 60, one of the classic rarities of the entire Sovereign series, always sought after and missing from many advanced Sovereign collections
1887 Jubilee Head Currency Set (11 coins) comprising Gold Five Pounds 1887 EF with a small edge nick and a small dig in the field with a series of fine scratches around it, Gold Two Pounds 1887 EF with small rim nicks, Sovereign 1887 GEF and lustrous with some minor contact marks, Half Sovereign 1887 EF/GEF, Crown 1887 GEF/EF with reflective fields, lustrous over gold, blue and magenta tone, Double Florin 1887 Arabic 1, UNC or very near so and lustrous with gold toning in places, Halfcrown 1887 GEF/AU and lustrous, the obverse with beautiful golden tone, Florin 1887 GEF/UNC the obverse with touches of golden tone, Shilling 1887 Lustrous UNC with golden tone, Sixpence 1887 Revised type, GEF/UNC the obverse with deep golden tone enhanced by touches of blue and magenta, Threepence 1887 AU/UNC with blue/green and cinnamon tone, an attractive set, eye-catching and desirable, comes in a red hard fitted case
Guinea 1682 Elephant and Castle, S.3345 Obverse Fine, the reverse very near so, a scuff on the top of the rim indicates once possibly in jewellery, the surfaces however show no signs of this. Our archive database stretching back to 2003 shows that this is the finest example we have offered, a very scarce type
Half Guinea 1705 Queen Anne Pre-Union with Scotland S3564 NGC MS61. An extremely rare coin the first example we have seen in any grade, the Slaney Example was sold in London in 2016 as NGC MS64 and realised £14,000, our example is only the second one NGC have graded and is fresh to the market
Five Pounds 1902 Matt Proof S.3965, Marsh F36, EF with a gentle edge bruise, the obverse with some heavier contact marks on the portrait, smoothed on the King's neck and jawline, the reverse with some light smoothing below the horse's tail
Five Pound Crown 1999 Diana Memorial Gold Proof S.L6, the odd very small hairline, otherwise FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate and booklet
Ryal (Rose Noble) Edward IV Light Coinage (1464-1470) Large fleurs in spandrels, FRAN legend on obverse, ILLORV legend on reverse, no equivalent die match in Schneider, S.1950, North 1549, mintmark -/Crown, 7.40 grammes, a small area of light scuffing in the iH of iHC and correspondingly in the AR of EDWARD, the edge a little uneven in this area, otherwise VF evenly struck with a pleasing portrait
United Kingdom 1982 Gold Proof Four Coin Sovereign Collection, Gold Five Pounds to Half Sovereign, S.PGS03, FDC or very near so, in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
United Kingdom 2018 Gold Proof Five Coin Sovereign Collection, Gold Five Pounds, Two Pounds, Sovereign, Half Sovereign and Quarter Sovereign, each with '65 in Crown' Privy Mark and denoting the 65th Anniversary of the Coronation FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
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