Halfpenny 1862 Die Letter B to the left of the lighthouse, Freeman 288, dies 7+E, LCW on rock. EF/NEF with some edge nicks and light surface residue. By far the finest example we have offered of this extremely rare type, rated R18 by Freeman. In our experience the rarest of the three main die letter types. Online research shows NGC have only graded 2 examples, the highest graded 45, PCGS have not graded a single example, and LCGS have only graded 2 examples, the highest being Fine 25, so this potentially the finest remaining example
Bermuda Fifteen Dollars Gold 2003 Biological Station for Research Gold Proof KM#A171 15.98 grammes of .999 gold, Proof one small nick in the reverse field otherwise FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
ChinaSpade Money (2) Wang Mang (c.9-22AD) 36mm 6.36 grammes and 26mm 3.6 grammes, Fine with green patina, Ancient Greece (22) Ar Drachm Thrace - Istros, Late 5th-4th Century BC Obv. Two Young male heads/ Rev. Sea Eagle left on dolphin AΠ 4.95 grammes NVF. Sicily - Syracuse Ar Litra Hiketas II (288-278BC) Obv. Head of Apollo right/ Rev.Eagle standing left, 6.03 grammes Near Fine. Thasos Ar Trihemiobol (411-350BC) Obv. Satyr kneeling left holding kantharios/ Rev. Amphora, 0.64 grammes, Fine. Thrace - Chersonesos Ar Hemidrachm (480-350BC) Obv. Forepart of Lion right, head reverted/ Rev. Dot AY monogram dot - Bee, 2.36 grammes, Sear 1605 var.VF. Ionia - Miletos Ar Obol, Late 6th Century BC, Obv. Forepart of lion left, head turned/ Rev. Floral Star Pattern in incuse square, 0.88 grammes SNG Cop. 952 NF/Fine. Ionia - Miletos Ar Obol Late 6th Century BC, Obv. Forepart of Lion left, head turned/ Rev. Floral Star pattern in incuse square, 0.93 grammes, Fine/Good Fine. Ionia - Miletos Ar Diobol Late 6th Century BC, Sear SG 3533, Obv. Lion's head left/ Rev. Floral Star pattern in incuse square, 1.2 grammes, VF. Ionia - Uncertain Ar Trihemiobol c.Late 6th Century BC, Obv. Star of 8 rays/ Rev. Quadripartite square 0.61 grammes Fine. Sicily Trihemiobol Obv.Triskeles/Rev.Pellet in circle 0.61 grammes, Fine. Mylasa- Caria Ae17 Strategos Eupolemos, Obv. Three overlapping shields Rev.EMΠO / ΛEMOY Sheathed Sword. 1.90 grammes Lindgren III 435, NVF. Elymais -Orodes II Copper Drachm (100-150AD) 3.74 grammes Fine. Knidos - Caria Ae11 (300-190BC) Obv. Head of Aphrodite right/ Rev. Prow right 1.95 grammes, Fine. Kyme - Aeolis (350-250BC) Ae15. Magistrate Eubios 3.68 grammes. Obv. KY and forepart of horse right EYBIOΣ below/Rev. One-handled drinking cup, TEYB monogram to left SNG Cop 76. Good Fine. Pontos - uncertain, possibly Amisos Ae24 c.130-100BC. Obv. Helmeted head left/ Rev. Star with eight rays, 20.15 grammes About Fine. Maroneia - Thrace Semi-Autonomous coinage Ae15 (400-350BC) Obv. Prancing Horse right, monogram below/ Rev. grape-vine within linear frame. 2.33 grammes, Fine. Brettii - Bruttium Ae14 reduced Unit/Uncia (208-205BC) Obv. Head right/Rev. Eagle standing Near Fine with green patination. Carthage in Zeugitana Ae14 Obv. Head of Taniot left/Rev. Horse prancing right, 3.245 grammes, SNG Cop95 VG/Near Fine. Macedonia - Akanthos Ar Hemiobol (C.470-390BC) 8mm diameter, 0.37 grammes Obv. Head of Bull right/ Rev. Quadripartite incuse square SNG ANS 51 GVF. Lydia - Tmolus Ae14 semi-autonomous issue. (117-161AD) Obv. Youthful head of Dionysus right, wreathed with ivy, thyrsos before/ Rev. TMΩΛITΩN, bunch of grapes, Paris 97, Waddington 5384, Sardis 327, Good Fine. Mysia - Pergamon Ae12 (200-133BC) Philetaerus, King of Pergamum. Obv. Helmeted Head of Athena right/ Rev. ΦIΛE-TAIΡOY, Bow. SNG von Aulock 1364; SNG Stockholm 2086; SNG Leipzig 1094; BMC 12, 54; Lindgren III 273 Good Fine with green patination. Thrace - Mesembria c.3rd to2nd Century BC Ae19 Obv. Female head right/ Rev. Athena Promachos standing left holding shield and brandishing spear, 5.17 grammes, SNG Cop 660 approaching Fine, along with a further group of Ancients (15) all but one in bronze, in mixed lower grades. Macedonia - Antigonus I Ae15 Obv. Gorgon on shield, Rev Worn. 3.84 grammes. VG/Poor. Celtic (3) Gaul - Northwest Senones (c.100BC-50BC) Potin Unit, Obv. Head right/ Rev. Stylized horse with pellets around. 17mm diameter, 4.64 grammes Fine on an irregularly shaped flan., Celtic Bronze Unit Obv. Blank/ Rev.Horse and rider right, 14mm diameter, 2.71 grammes, NVF with edge cracks. Celtic - Britain IceniSilver UnitS.436 Symbol type Obv. Two opposed crescents/ Rev. Horse with three pellets below, 1.12 grammes, Fine
Halfcrown 1686 SECVNDO edge with V over S in IACOBVS, overdate variety as ESC 496A, Bull 752 with ESC 494, Bull 749 edge, NVG/VG with all major details clear. Our archive database shows 18 previous example of this date with the SECVNDO edge and none have the V over S in the obverse legend. All the previous V over S coins have had the TERTIO edge, online research of available coins has also not found the overstrike and SECVNDO edge on the same coin. We note the V over S for the correct TERTIO edge coin is rated at R3 by ESC and Bull. From this research and archival data presumably an extremely rare type, possibly R5 or rarer, and unrecorded as such by ESC or Bull.
Books - a large, and comprehensive retired Ex-Coin Dealer's Library covering many aspects and areas of numismatics, includes many key reference works such as 'The Gold Sovereign' (2) 1999 Edition and Golden Jubilee Edition by Michael Marsh. 'The Gold Half Sovereign' by Michael Marsh, 1982 edition. Spink Standard Catalogue - Pre-Decimal Issues 2017. 'English Silver Coinage Since 1649' 1992 Edition by P.A.Rayner. 'British Silver Coins Since 1816' by Peter J. Davies 1982 Edition. Gold Coins of the World 5th Edition by Arthur L. and Ira S. Friedberg. Krause World Coins 17th Century 1601-1700 3rd Edition (2 copies). Krause World Coins 1801-1900 2nd Edition. Krause World Coins 1701-1800 3rd Edition. Krause World Coins 1901-2000 39th Edition. The Banknote Yearbook 8th Edition 2013 by Token Publishing. 'World Paper Money General Issues 1368-1960 Volume 2 by Pick. 'World Paper Money Modern Issues 1961-date' 9th Edition. 'Paper Money of the United States' 6th Edition by Robert Friedberg. 'The Bronze Coinage of Great Britain' by Michael J. Freeman 1985 Edition. (2 copies) 'English Copper, Tin and Bronze Coins in the British Museum 1558-1958' by C. Wilson Peck 1964 Edition. 'English Hammered Coinage' by J.J.North (3) Volume 1 (1) and Volume 2 (2). 'The Provincial Token Coinage of the 18th Century ' by Dalton & Hamer 1990 Edition. 'Price Guide to 18th Century Tokens' by Siegfried E. Schwer. 'The British Bronze Penny' by Michael Gouby. 'Greek Imperial Coins and Their Values' by David R. Sear 1997 Edition. 'Greek Coins and Their Values - Volume 2 Asia and Africa' by David R. Sear. 'Byzantine Coins and Thier Values' by David R. Sear 2002 Edition. 'Roman Coins and Their Values' by David R. Sear 1970 Edition. 'Roman Coins and Their Values 'Volumes 1 (2001 Edition) , 2 (2002 Edition) and 3 (2005 Edition). 'English Paper Money' (2 copies) 6th and 7th Editions 2002 and 2006 by Vincent Duggleby. 'Tradesmen's Tickets and Private Tokens' by R.C.Bell 1966 Edition. Coincraft Standard Catalogues (5) 1995 (2), 1997 1999 and 2000 Editions. 'Scottish Banknotes 1695-2000' by Richard Dennett. 'English Proof and PatternCrown-Size Pieces 1658-1960, by Howard W.A Linecar and Alex G. Stone. 'Canadian Coins' by W.K Cross 59th Edition 2005. 'European Crowns and Thalers since 1800' by John S. Davenport. 'The Silver Token Coinage 1811-1812' by R.Dalton 1968 Edition. US Red Books (3) by R.S.Yeoman 1985, 2000 and 2004 Editions. 'Roman Silver Coins' by H.A.Seaby 1967. 'Greek Coins and Their Values' 1966 Edition by H.A.Seaby 1966 Edition (2 copies). Krause 'Standard Catalogue of World Gold Coins' 5th Edition. Coincraft Standard Catalogue of the Coins of Scotland, Ireland, Channel Islands and Isle of Man 1999 Edition. 'British Commemorative Medals' by Christopher Eimer 2010 Edition. Other titles include works covering Ancient Coins, Trade Tokens, Greek Coins, World Coins, Mexican Coins, Finnish Coins, Italian Copper Coins, Medals, Coin Hoards, War Medals, and other related titles covering Antiques Silver, Postcards, Pocket Watches, Gold and Silver Hallmarks, Military and Air Force Badges, Medals and Decorations, Gemstones and Postcards. All in good second-hand condition, the Standard references alone would cost new hundreds of Pounds (total weight over 150 Kilos)
Sixpence 1736 Roses and Plumes ESC 1611, Bull 1747, Fine or better with an edge crack at 9 o'clock, Rare. Our research into Sixpences of this date uncovered a disproportionate amount of this date with edge cracks and splits
GroatHenry VI Second Reign with HENRICV legend S.2082 mintmark Restoration Cross, 2.69 grammes, VF with a large edge chip, the reverse with some surface deposit, ShillingCharles I Group E mintmark unclear 5.85 grammes, VG with some shortage of flan, Ancients (3) DenariusHadrian, Rome (c.119-124) Obverse: Laureate head right IMP CAESAR TRAIAN HADRIANVS AVG, Reverse Hadrian seated left on platform extending right hand, before him seated attendant, citizen mounting steps to platform, in background a second attendant stand and holding a coin counter. RIC 132, 2.62 grammes, Fine, Ae3 Constantine I (324AD) Obverse: Laureate Head right CONSTANTINVS AVG, Reverse DN CONSTANTINI MAX AVG, Wreath with VOT /./XX in exergue TSAVI Sear 3873var, Thessalonica VII RIC 101, 2.18 grammes, Good Fine with some surface residue, Urbs Roma Ae3 issued under Constantine I 307-337 Trier. (330-331) Obverse: Crested Helmeted busy of ROMA left wearing imperial mantle, Reverse: She-Wolf suckling Romulus and Remus, TRS in exergue, 2.23 grammes, RIC 553 VF
Ae As. Vespasian , Lyons Mint (77-78AD) Obv: Bust right laureate, globe at point of bust, Reverse S-C PROVIDEN below large altar, RIC 1234, Sear 803 VG, Ae Tetradrachm Diocletian Alexandrian Coinage, Dattari 5819-20 Good Fine
Canada The Bank of Upper Canada, York (Toronto) 10 DollarsPick S2037 (Charlton Unlisted) dated 1st January 1861 Number 43552, a manuscript signature at lower centre right and with no observable overprint, in a PMG holder graded VF 20 this is a fabulous example of this Exceptionally Rare note. A collaboration of engraving by Rawdon, Wright, Hatch & Edson, New-York on plate patented 30th June 1857 and printed by the American Bank Note Company is the result of this fabulous note in black on green underprint featuring a young portrait of Queen Victoria at lower left, seated Britannia with trident and shield with the crest of Upper Canada at right, and at upper centre 2 Allegorical female figures symbolizing Upper and Lower Canada, which united in 1841, and a Lion and a Unicorn, possibly representing Great Britain, and 3 crests in the middle. The 3 crests as follows - lower left and right depict the arms of the Provinces of Upper and Lower Canada and the top - surmounted by a crown, shows the badge of The Order of the Garter, a clear reference to the monarchy. Below the whole allegory is a plinth carrying the words "VICT...TTANNIARM RE DEF"-Victoria, Queen of the Britons, Defender of the Faith. The reverse with an ornate panel and value at centre. An excellent example from one of the first Canadian Banks to issue their own banknotes following the success and the provided model of the Bank of Montreal, the very first Bank to issue any banknotes in Canada just following its establishment in 1817, and which in turn was itself following the model of the First Bank of the United States established in 1791 by Alexander Hamilton, the first U.S. secretary of the Treasury. Also, one of the most influential early banks which ended up in a "Bang" in 1866 after having setup close relationships with the government from the moment of its establishment. The first significant bank failure in Canadian history, with its shareholders losing all their capital, which at a time had amounted up to over three million dollars and the government losing another million dollars. Banknotes at the time represented the principal liability of a bank and were redeemable in specie, upon demand. The issue of banknotes was well received by the public and became the principal means of payment along with the fact that they helped mitigate the problems that were associated with having a vast range of foreign coins circulating with different ratings. This note is a bit of an outlier as although featuring Royal portraits and images to relate to Great Britain, the Bank chose to use dollars as their denomination in contrast to others circulating in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland that were typically denominated in Pounds, Shillings, and Pence. Online research could not find any of this denomination offered in recent times, with only a few of the lower denominations in similar grades that were so keenly sought after they ended up in the 4 figure range, and the only example that occured is currently in the collection of the Bank of Canada Museum and these early issues are very unlikely to be seen in much higher grades, infect the current SCWPM prices them only up to the VF grade. Such an early Rarity, especially in issued format, is certainly a 'tasty' find for any serious collector and will most certainly serve as an absolute treasure in their collection. According to an official publication of the Canadian Paper Money Society Journal Volume 50, Number 143 of December 2014 this denomination was ordered May 1861 in Sheet Numbers 34001 - 44000 and October 1861 in Sheet Numbers 44001 - 49000 and was in a total of only 60000 notes
Malta 100 Liri Gold 1983 International Year of Disabled People, Obverse: Republic Emblem within circle, Reverse: Puzzle Head to right with missing pieces on top, Gold ProofPiedfort 31.98 grammes of .916 gold, type as KM#66, a few very light hairlines near the reverse rim otherwise FDC and retaining full mint brilliance, Very Rare, unlisted by Krause, only 150 pieces minted, (Source: Central Bank of Malta website) our research found no previous auction transactions of the Gold Piedfort
China - Banque Industrielle De Chine 1914-17 "Tientsin" Issue 5 DollarsPick S399 (S/M#C254-2b) place of issue - TIENTSIN overprinted in black, 2 manuscript signatures series B 1914 number 091838, the 1914 supposedly because of the issue date, however hand stamped with 25th October 1917 at centre obverse, in a PMG holder graded Choice Fine 15 NET Ink Burn. This is an Extraordinarily Rare note especially in issued format due to the extremely successful note redemption rate nearing 100%, in fact its so Rare that the current SCWPM records this and the higher denominations from the series only as SPECIMENS and this is the ONLY issued example recorded on the PMG Population Report at the time of writing. A very attractive design as expected from Bradbury Wilkinson & Co., London in blue on multicolour featuring guilloche panels with values in Chinese and English along with 2 statues of what appear to be Chinese mythological creatures at lower centre left and right on obverse, also the text at centre in a mix of English, French and Chinese. The reverse in violet on multicolour with what appears to be an illustration of the popular Temple of Heaven in its methodical Confucian design. The temple originally served as a vast stage for solemn rites performed by the emperor (the literal 'Son of Heaven'), who prayed there for good harvests at winter solstice and sought divine clearance and atonement. Since 1918 this private imperial domain has opened its gates to the public and is a poplar site where people perform daily taichi, twirl on gymnastic bars and sing revolutionary songs. The Rarity of this note makes it a real treat for any collector and most likely to be missing from even the utmost advanced collections. In contrast, online research shows none of this denomination offered with only 1 of the same type currently in the collection of the National Museum of American History and only the 10 Dollars denomination of the same type offered in recent times
France - Viennois, Dauphins Guiges VIII 1319-1333, Gold Florin d'Or, Ordonnance of 7 February 1327. Obverse: St. John the Baptist S IOHA - NNES B./Reverse: Florentine Lily G DPH . VIENS Friedberg 245, DuPlessy 2429. 3.37 grammes, Good Fine. A Rare type. We note a similar piece in comparable grade sold for 1300 Euros in a European Auction in June 2009. Our research uncovered just one auction transaction for this rare type.
Sovereign 1887M Jubilee Head, First Head, G: of D:G: further from the crown, with small spread J.E.B on truncation, hooked J in J.E.B, the J.E.B lower on the truncation S.3867, DISH M3 EF and lustrous with some contact marks, a rare type - it is estimated only 4.5% of the total Melbourne Jubilee Head type are this variety (Source: 'The Jubilee Head Gold Sovereign 1887-1893' with extensive research by David Iverson)
Royal Mint Trial Pieces (6) as follows: 1) Obverse: Britannia striking coin BRITANNIA MONETA, Reverse small 10 off centre - no legend, 28.5mm diameter, 11.22 grammes, 2) Obverse: Britannia striking coin BRITANNIA MONETA, Reverse: Small 5 in centre - no legend 23.5mm diameter, 5.71 grammes, 3) Obverse: Britannia striking coin BRITANNIA MONETA, Reverse: Small 2 in centre - no legend, 26mm diameter, 5.71 grammes, 4) Obverse: Britannia striking coin BRITANNIA MONETA, Reverse: Large 1 no legend, 21.5mm diameter, 4.57 grammes, Bull P.D.S 3, 5) Obverse: Britannia striking coin BRITANNIA MONETA, Reverse: Small 1 no legend, 20mm diameter, 3.63 grammes, 6) Obverse: Royal mint small Tower logo, Reverse: Large 1 no legend 18mm diameter, 2.01 grammes, EF to lustrous UNC and interesting group and worthy of further research
ScotlandBank of Scotland 100 Pounds Bradbury & Evans Colour Trial ESSAY/SPECIMEN circa 1880 Pick NL (PMS BA78) ND circa 1880, UNC Exceptionally Rare and unusual for the time. Uniface large-sized note printed by lithography in 4 colour variations - 2 variations in red, 1 in olive-green and 1 in purple, this example is of the green-olive type. According to Douglas, these were produced in 1880 when the Bank embarked on a period of extensive research into methods to prevent forgery. Some changes were made to the earlier plate but there is no record of who the engraver was and no mention of these notes can be found in the Bank's records. A Scarce and pleasing example that would do a great addition to any collection
Cardiff Bank, Glamorganshire 1 Guinea dated 11th March 1819 No. R325 For Wood, Wood & Co. manuscript signed John Wood and Entered with initials that best judged appear to be N.J. or N.T. (Outing 418c), a pleasing and quite presentable VF with few minor pinholes and a minor inner split to left centre body expected for the notes age, however a very well kept example and an Exceptionally Rare denomination. In fact, from research over the internet there seem to be none offered in recent times and the only example that appears is currently displayed in the British Museum Collection in what appears from the pictures to be an inferior grade to this example. Uniface in black & white printed by engraver and printer Henry Mutlow, with imprint Mutlow fc. Ridflow Co. London and displaying a Cardiff Castle vignette to centre left. Henry Mutlow, engraver to the King, was born around 1756 and mostly engraved maps and banknotes beginning his career with an apprenticeship to William Darling. The note displays very clear characteristics as an embossed Revenue Stamp for 5 Pence, a red diagonal First Dividend stamp on face and a bankruptcy exhibition stamp dated Oct 22nd 1823 on reverse with a manuscript inked signature along with an inked numeral to right. A unique chance for any British Provincial banknote collector to acquire this fabulous example
Roman Ae Antoninianii (5) Aurelian (270-275AD) Obverse: Bust right radiate and cuirassed, IMP C AVRELIANVS, Reverse: Emperor standing right, clasping hands with Concordia, standing left, CONCORDIA MILITVM, Mintmark V* in exergue, RIC 244 Siscia, RIC 59 Rome, GVF/NEF with a thin flan crack. Aurelian (270-275AD) Obverse: Bust right radiate and cuirassed, IMP C AVRELIANVS, Reverse: Emperor standing right, clasping hands with Concordia, standing left, CONCORDIA MILITVM, Mintmark T* in exergue, Siscia Mint. RIC 215var, Good Fine. Tetricus I (271-274AD) Cologne Mint, Obverse: Bust right radiate and draped IMP C TERTICVS PF AVG, Reverse: Pax PAX AVG RCV 11243, GVF. Quintillus (270AD) Milan Mint. Obverse: Bust right, radiate, IMP QVINTILLVS AVG, Reverse: Mars advancing with branch and spear, P in exergue, MARTI PACI, RIC 58P GVF on a slightly irregular flan. Quintillus (270AD) Rome Mint, Obverse: Radiate and draped bust right IMP CM AVR CL QVINTILLVS AVG, Reverse: Fortuna standing left holding rudder on globe and cornucopia, Z in right field, Sear 11441, Good Fine/Fine
GB and World Counterstamped Coins and Tokens (21) 18th and 19th Century in mixed grades along with a Bronze 24mm token with C on reverse, in mixed grades, worthy of further research
Roman (2) Follis Maxentius (306-312AD) Obverse: Bust right, laureate IMP C MAXENTIVS PF AVG, Reverse Roma looking left in hexastyle temple with knobs as acroteria, holding globe and spear, shield at her side, mintmark RET, 6.56 grammes, RIC Rome 258, Sear 14988, Fine/Good Fine, bold for the grade, Reduced Follis Maximinus II (309-312AD) Obverse Bust right, laureate and cuirassed, Reverse: Genio standing left, tower on left, loins draped, holding patera and cornucopiae, star in right field, mintmark PLN, 5.02 grammes, RIC 209b, Fine
Hong Kong The Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China10 DollarsPick 55a (Mars Illustrated Catalogue of Hong Kong Currency S12, KNB34a) and a very FIRST date for this type 1st July 1931 with 1 printed & 1 hand signed signature serial number T/G 029439, original GVF - about EF and an Exceptionally Rare note especially in this high grade for this very first date of issue. The note in black and red on light red and green underprint featuring a portrait of a helmeted warrior at left and the Royal Coat of Arms at centre on obverse. The reverse with an illustration of rice field farmers at work and pagoda building. Printed by Waterlow & Sons Limited London and watermarked with a helmeted warrior same as on obverse facing left. A very tough to acquire seldom offered example of this early first date for this type and perhaps one of the very few high-grade examples seen if not the highest. According to our research no examples of this date have been offered in grades above VF in fact the PMG Population report indicates only 32 recorded examples of this type at the time of writing with none above Choice VF 35 with the majority between VF20 and VF30, the only 1 highest graded being Choice VF35 EPQ. According to the story this note had been hiding away in a big and old late 1800's book in the possession and gifted to the owner's family from the time of their grandfather and his sister (grandmother). They were based in Chatham and the grandfather was working for the Navy at the time, serving regular tours to China, Hong Kong and general Asia and the grandfather's sister lived in Hong Kong with her husband who unfortunately passed away in one of Hong Kong's major earthquakes after which she returned to the UK. It is uncertain which of the two was the book containing this note gifted to and who had brought it back, but it is certain that this note is a fabulous and Rare find
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in gold an unfinished pattern of the Official Royal Mint issue by B.Pistrucci (Eimer 1146a), of similar style design. Obverse: Bust Left Laureate, GEORGIUS IIII D.G. BRITANNIARUM REX F.D. Reverse: George IV enthroned, left, crowned by Victory, behind, before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia PROPRIO JAM JURE. ANIMO PATERNO, the pattern however with differing reverse exergue legend thus: INAUGURATUS/ DIE. /ANNO MDCCC in three lines. The B.P initials on the right of the exergual line have the following stop approximately 0.75mm from it's extreme right edge, whereas on the standard Royal Mint issue the stop following the initials is around 1.5mm from the extreme right edge. Weight 33.00 grammes. GVF with some contact marks and edge nicks. We note an example of this rare pattern exists in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Fifth Avenue, New York. Our research has only uncovered the Metropolitan Museum example as well as the medal offered. See also the Gold Coronation of George IV Official Royal Mint issue 1821 medal also offered in this sale
GermanyEmpire Reichsschuldenverwaltung REICHSKASSENSCHEIN 50 Mark Pick 6 (Ros. 8) dated 10th January 1882 series F number 0225974, original VG and Exceptionally Rare and seldom offered highest denomination for the series note. Still retaining the strong dark brown colour and featuring a winged seated allegorical figure holding a sand hourglass in one hand and the Caduceus (Staff of Hermes) - symbol of commerce and negotiation, in the other hand, farming tools and agricultural products along bottom and shield illustrating the Reichsadler (Imperial Eagle) Coat of Arms. These issues now used amongst the various empire states and this the highest denomination for the series and a very high denomination for the time that could equal a regular worker's monthly wage. The small 5 Mark denominations of the same and the first series are also offered in this sale. The PMG Population Report currently shows no recorded examples and our research could find only 1 offered in recent times in the VF grade that realised 9400 Euro, so this presents a unique opportunity for any collector to acquire this very rare note with possibly very few survivors left
Qatar 100 Riyals 2006 Gold Proof, Reverse: Central Bank building KM#18, 17.00 grammes of 0.92 gold, FDC in the box of issue with certificate, struck by the Austrian Mint Corporation, a rare issue with just 300 pieces minted. Our research has uncovered only one other piece currently on sale online, this at over £1800
Sovereign 1843 3 over an inverted 2 in the date, the 4 in the date rotated slightly anti-clockwise and points to the left of a rim tooth. The 8 4 3 of the are evenly spaced. This does not match any of the coins of this type we have previously offered. Good Fine, Rare and worthy of further research for the specialist Sovereign collector
Ancient Greece (20) Quarter Obol Teos-Ionia Tetartemorion, c.500BC, Head of Griffin right/Quadripart incuse square, About Fine. Mysia - Parion Diobol c.480BC Gorgon's Head/Incuse square containing cruciform square, pellet in centre, 1.64 grammes, About Fine/Fine. Thrace - Chersonesos Hemidrachm 386-338BC McCLean 4091 Forepart of Lion right. head reverted/Quardipart incuse square with AG over dot in one section, bucranium in another NVF with good metal. Mysia - Parion Hemidrachm c.400-300BC Head of Gorgon facing/PA-RI above and below Bull standing left, with head turned right, bucranium below, BMC 19 Fine. Mysia - Parion Hemidrachm Head of Gorgon facing with tongue protruding, surrounded by serpents/Bull standing left, struck off-centre with much of the bull off-flan 2.36 grammes, About Fine. Gaul - Massalia Obol 4th Century BC Youthful head of Apollo left/Wheel of four spokes M in one angle, largely off-centre, 0.5 grammes, Depeyrot 64 Fine. Thrace - Thasos Obol 450-425BC Satyr keeling left holding kantharos/Amphora, 0.95 grammes, BMC 53 Good Fine with edge crack. Caria - Kos Hemiobol, 0.65 grammes, Crab/square with dot in one angle, Fine. Lesbos Hemiobol c.525-475BC Head of Attis right wearing Phyrgian cap/incuse square Fine. Lesbos-Mytilene 1/36 stater, billon, Two Eyes/Incuse square 0.82 grammes Fine or slightly better with some edge cracks. Ionia, uncertain mint 8-Rayed star/Incuse square, c.5th Century BC, 0.72 grammes, 8mm diameter, Fine or slightly better. Sicily - Akragas Pentonkion c.460-446BC Eagle standing right/5 dots denoting mark of value 9mm diameter, 0.96 grammes. Apollonia Pontica, Thrace SilverDrachm c.420-+300BC, Gorgon facing with open mouth, tongue protruding/Upright anchor with crayfish in right field, 2.75 grammes Fine with some encrustation. Ionia - Miletos Silver 1/12th Stater, 6th Century BC9mm diameter, 0.95 grammes Lion's Head left/Star ornament within an incuse square, Sear 3533, Fine. Thraco-Macedonian Tribes Silver Hemiobol Spearhead/Quadripartite incuse square with dot in each angle, 8mm diameter, 0.69 grammes, Fine or better. Maroneia - Thrace Triobol 398-385BC Forepart of Horse left/Grapevine within dotted square, letters indistinct, 2.2 grammes VG, Ionia - Kolophon Tetartemorion c.450BC, 0.22 grammes, 7mm diameter, Head right/incuse square with dot in one angle VG with some encrustation. Kingdom of Macedonia, Demetrios Poliorketes Ae11 c.290-287BC, Helmeted Head Right/Prow right with BA above AIX below Fine with some surface dirt. Egypt - Ptolemy I, as Satrap, Silver Hemidrachm, Head right in elephant skin headdress/Athena Alkidemos walking right brandishing spear and shield, 1.21 grammes, 10mm diameter, Fine. Bruttium Hemidrachm Lion facing/TAMБ in cross within circle, 9.5mm diameter, 1.31 grammes, Fine
RomanDenariusGalba (68-69AD) Sear 2109, RIC 167, RSC 287 Obverse: Bare head right IMP SER GALBA AVG, Reverse: SPQR OB CS legend in three lines within oak wreath, 3.26 grammes, Good Fine/NVF
Devonshire Bank, Okehampton 1 Pound dated 8th December 1817 No. C795 For Can, Williams, Searle & Co. and multiple manuscript signatures for Can, John Searle and others (Outing 1633a; Grant 2184), VG multiple Pinholes in body and the usual inked signatures/annotations on reverse. Black with imprint Ashby & Ball and featuring a vignette with castle ruins at left. The reverse with bank name at bottom and an elaborate design of the Partnership monogram.
Eighteenpence 18th CenturyWarwickshire - Birmingham DH3 undated Obverse: A beehive and bees/Reverse: 1s 6d marked by a punch GVF, listed as scarce by Dalton & Hamer, our research indicated an example offered in a London saleroom in 1998, so presumably rarer than stated by Dalton & Hamer
South Africa Gold 50 Ounce Krugerrand 2017 50th Anniversary of the first Krugerrand, with the '1967-2017 50 Year Anniversary privy mark in the reverse field. Proof FDC, a spectacular piece and the flagship coin of the 50th Anniversary series. 100mm diameter and weighing 1696.6 grammes. Of a total mintage of 50 coins, it is believed that only 2 examples of this piece are available in the UK, with the other retailing in excess of £100,000, comes in the large and impressive South Africa Mint box of issue, with certificate of issue number 36 of 50 issued, 294-page hardback book 'Krugerrand Golden Jubilee' by Francois Malan and a set of South Africa postage stamps (3) International Small Letter rate each with Krugerrand coin designs 1967, 2000 and 2017 embossed onto gold foiling. The ultimate in large gold coinage, and by comparison, dwarfs the recent One Kilo Royal Mint issues. A true status symbol coin, and a rare opportunity to own one, indeed our research indicates this is the first such piece to be offered at auction. Given the mintage and limited availability it may be many years before this issue is offered again at auction.
Crown 1965 Satin Finish Specimen striking ESC 393O, Bull 4341, Davies 2301M. Excessively rare rated R5 by Bull and R6 by the 1992 ESC. This example in an NGC holder and graded SP67. The NGC Top Population coin, and the finest known example across three major grading companies. At the time of writing, our research has uncovered 11 examples graded by third party grading companies, some entries which may be duplicated. LCGS has graded 4 examples, in grades 82, 88 (2) and 90. PCGS has graded 3 examples, all SP65, and NGC has graded 4 examples SP62, SP64 (2) and this superb SP67 example. The fields display an even shimmering satin lustre, and displaying the die polish lines associated with this type under strong magnification, a key indicator of this excessively rare type. A wonderful example and would be a centrepiece coin in any advanced Crown collection. We note an example of this type sold in London Coins Auction A166 1/9/2019 described as 'nFDC with underlying brilliance' sold for £5500 hammer price
Hong KongOne Cent 1862 Copper Pattern, Type C, KM#Pn25, Pridmore 280. Obverse : Small Gothic head left, crowned, Reverse: ONE CENT around central circle, with date between anchor and lion. Unpriced by Krause, 9.17 grammes, GEF/AU the obverse with a few minor contact marks. All Hong Kong pattern Cents are very rare. We note this type is not recorded on the Heritage, Goldbergs or Stacks archive databases, and our research has not revealed any recent transactions of this type. A rare opportunity to own this rare pattern which would be certain to enhance any advanced Hong Kong collection
Carpathia Medal ornately shaped, in art nouveau style, in bronze. Obverse: within a border composed of two dolphins Neptune's head (above centre) with flowing beard and an anchor and staff crossed below. Starboard bow view of the Carpathia with lifeboats standing by in search. Icebergs in the background. Reverse Inscription : PRESENTED TO THE CAPTAIN OFFICERS & CREW OF R.M.S.CARPATHIA IN RECOGNITION OF GALLANT & HEROIC SERVICES FROM THE SURVIVORS OF THE S.S.TITANIC APRIL 15th 1912. DIEGES & CLUS N.Y Good Fine to NVF with some weakness to OF and DIEGES & CLUST N.Y. Very Rare with only 180 awarded. 711 survivors were picked up by the Carpathia whose officers and men were subsequently awarded this medal in gold, silver or bronze according to rank, with chain and black ribbon
Cilicia, Tarsos: Mazaios Satrap 361-334BC SilverStater 22mm diameter, Obverse: Baal of Tarsos seated left, head facing, holding grapes and grain ear and eagle in right hand, sceptre in left hand, BLTRZ in Aramaic behind, M below throne, Reverse: Lion bringing down a bull, left MZDI in Aramaic above, Sear 5650, 11.01 grammes, EF struck off centre
Seychelles Thomas De la Rue underprint black & white Progressive Proofs for the 1918-36 George V portrait issue 1 and 5 Rupee Plates (3) all with Printer's Annotations, Thomas De La Rue imprint, well kept and all have pinholes. Consisting of a progressive proof for the 1 Rupee with Printer's Annotations in the border frame possibly for corrections, this has a minor Inner Tear and Rust paper clip marks possibly when displayed and archived in regard to the corrections. Along with Progressive proofs for the 5 Rupees both stuck on photographic paper (2) including the initial inspected proof and annotations of 2 flaw areas in the border frame areas near lower right and upper left corners near numerical denomination values. Along with the proof after corrections have taken place pointing to the same areas. An Exceptionally Rare and interesting find, infect our research could not find any similar proof's appearing on the internet. A unique opportunity for any collector to obtain these fine proof examples of the first Seychelles own Rupee currency which was circulating with and slowly replaced the Mauritius rupee, and these issues were the only circulating currency in the form of banknotes until the first introduction of coins in 1939. Also displaying the detailed and fine early work of Thomas De La Rue printers
Copper and bronze die varieties (10) Pennies (4) Ornamental Trident, the colon after DEF low and slanting to the right, Fine, Penny 1854 Plain Trident the 4 overstruck, does not appear to be over a 3 as the underlying figure is incomplete, Fine or better, Penny 1967 with missing waves to the left of the lighthouse EF, Penny 1967 struck on a thin flan and weighing only 6.41 grammes Fine, Halfpennies (4) 1723 with the top of the 3 missing and so now resembling a 5, NF/VG, 1855 with traces of an overstrike on the first 5 of the date, the underlying figure unclear VF, 1875 Freeman 321 dies 11+J with signs of die damage in the form of raised dots on the coin VG, Halfpenny 1887 Fine on a spread flan of 29.5mm, Farthings (3) James II Tin issue with copper plug, worn, 1890 GEF with silver colouring and traces of gold tone in the legends, weight 2.9 grammes, 1875 as Freeman 528 dies 3+B with a number 1-shaped flaw between the 8 and 7 of the date. Fine/Near Fine. An interesting group and worthy of further research
Penny 1858 8 over 2, this variety previously thought to be 8 over 3 with die cracks showing thinly through the bottom of all four digits of the date showing an earlier stage of the die break associated with this type, recent research has stated this is more likely to be 8 over 2, indeed this coin shows a small point at the bottom left of the 8. Recent research suggest that this die only had a short working life (Source: Michael Gouby, article Spink Numismatic Circular May 2010 pages 72-73) AU/GEF with traces of lustre
Order of the Dogwood - Province of British Columbia, Canada awarded to The Rt.Hon. Sir Robert Bellinger, Lord Mayor of London 1966. 55mm diameter, 101.37 grammes of 10 carat gold, along with 18mm 10 Carat gold miniature. Obverse: The image of the Dogwood flower, Reverse: Provincial Coat of Arms. UNC, inscribed to the recipient in a presentation box, and accompanied by a 10 carat gold miniature similar in design. The predecessor to the Order of the Dogwood, called the Dogwood medallion was created by the provincial government in 1958 to mark the Centennial of the establishment of the Colony of British Columbia. In turn, the Order of the Dogwood was created by Order in Council during a provincial cabinet meeting held at Fort Langley on November 19th 1966 to mark the centennial of the union of the Colony of British Columbia with the Colony of Vancouver Island. At the conclusion of the meeting Lieutenant Governor George Pearkes (who was a future recipient of the honour) gave consent to the creation of the honour, then presented at the Douglas Day dinner that followed. The honour was then presented to the first 5 recipients:- Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, Viscount Amory (Governor of the Hudson Bay Company), Sir Robert Bellinger, Clarence Wallace, and Frank Mackenzie Ross. Mackenzie and Ross were present for the ceremony. The Order of the Dogwood was the highest provincial honour until 1989, when it was replaced by the Order of British Columbia. Other recipients of the award include Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, The Princess Royal (Princess Anne), and Princess Alexandra. The last recipient was Terry Fox (Canadian Athlete, humanitarian and cancer research activist) in 1980. Only 13 people have been awarded the Order of the Dogwood, and as the award was replaced in 1989 by the Order of British Columbia, there will be no future recipients. Sir Robert was a controversial London Mayor in 1966-1967 and was a stalwart of the Nation Savings movement. His time as Mayor from 1966-1967 coincided with the Harold Wilson Government which was eager to blame the City for the nation's economic woes. Rather than confine himself to ceremonial duties, Bellinger responded firmly on the City's behalf emphasising it's contributions through invisible earnings. He protested again when the Labour Government in October 1974 decided to abolish the 10 Pence savings stamp. Although the stamps paid no interest and was costly to administer it attracted £120 million a year from schoolchildren, housewives and factory workers. Bellinger hailed it as 'the grass roots of savings activity in this country'. He was appointed one of Her Majesty's lieutenants for the City in 1976, was also a trustee for St. Paul's cathedral and Chairman of the City of London's Freemans school. Bellinger had previously been knighted in 1964 and appointed GBE in 1967 He was Gentleman Usher of the Purple Rod (a role akin to treasurer) of the Order of the British Empire, and also held decorations from Belgium, Greece, Cameroon and Denmark. In his later years, Sir Robert became a director of Arsenal Football Club and was elected life president of the club in 1997. He died in July 2002. A rare opportunity to purchase an award only offered to 13 individuals including many Royal recipients. See also the impressive group of medals also awarded to Sir Robert Bellinger
Spain, includes Provincial issues and Kingdoms of Sicily a collection in an album (39) 13th to 18th Century mostly minors includes some silver issues, in mixed circulated grades, worthy of further research
Crimean Khanate Silver Akres (53) average weight 0.5 gram, generally VG - Fine an unattributed group in need of further research. the Crimean Khanate was a Turkic state that lasted from 1441 to 1783
AlderneyFive Pound Crown 2019 50th Anniversary of the First Moon Landing Gold Proof, nFDC with minor hairlines, retaining practically full mint lustre and brilliance, in capsule, no certificate. Online research shows an extremely low mintage of just 45 pieces, with an original issue price of £3795 by Jubilee Mint
First World War (2) Military Medal - For Bravery in the Field, to 302597 Cpl. James Houston 1/5th Battalion (City of London) London Regiment (London Rifle Brigade) EF and Victory Medal to 4367 Cpl J.Houston EF, comes with internet research, showing 'Missing in action 28th March 1918'. The research shows the citation for James who was awarded the Military Medal on 16/8/1917 for Polygon Wood, after he took charge of his platoon after the platoon commander was killed. On 28th March the enemy attacked 'C' Company with an intense bombardment and the Battalion strength was reduced from 23 officers and 564 o/ranks, to 8 officers and 60 o/ranks. He is listed at the Commonwealth War Grave at Arras Memorial, France. Also World War II War Medal and Defence medal pair EF in a box with label Capt. W.E.P Tuddenham, and an assortment of cap badges, badges, a small hinged box containing two Edwardian stamps, a compass a sextant, a Military button and a worn Victorian Halfpenny. Also First Day Covers (19) and a quantity of mainly used GB and World stamps Decimal and Pre-Decimal denominations
Australia Queen Elizabeth II 1 Pounds signed Coombs & Wilson (2) including the earlier Commonwealth Bank of Australia issue 1953-1960 Pick 30a signature title at left Commonwealth Bank of Australia serial number HE/25 873167 about UNC along with the later Reserve Bank of Australia issue 1961-1965 signature title at left Governor, Reserve Bank of Australia serial number HJ/88 918523 VF. The notes in black on green and yellow underprint featuring Coat of Arms at upper centre and cameo portrait of Queen Elizabeth II at right on obverse and reverse in green with facing portraits of Charles Sturt and Hamilton Hume. Captain Charles Napier Sturt (28 April 1795 – 16 June 1869) was a British explorer of Australia, and part of the European exploration of Australia. He led several expeditions into the interior of the continent, starting from both Sydney and later from Adelaide. His expeditions traced several of the westward-flowing rivers, establishing that they all merged into the Murray River. He was searching to prove his own passionately held belief that there was an "inland sea" at the centre of the continent. Hamilton Hume was an early explorer of the present-day Australian states of New South Wales and Victoria. In 1824, along with William Hovell, Hume participated in an expedition that first took an overland route from Sydney to Port Phillip.
Twenty Pounds CatternsWhite note, B230 an dated 20th September 1930 series 43M 75482 LONDON branch issue about UNC - UNC. Exceptionally Rare note and this being a very rare opportunity to acquire this high grade note. Our research could find none offered in this grade in recent times.
BrazilImperio Do Brazil Thesouro Nacional Dom Pedro II (8) 500 Mil ReisPick A243a ND (1880) Estampa 2 Serie 48A No. 30661 about VF and a Rare note. 2 Mil Reis Pick A251 ND (1882) Estampa 6A serie 18A No. 6470 Good. 2 Mil Reis Pick A256 ND (1869-1883) Estampa 7A Serie 8A No. 42153 about VG. 5 mil Reis Pick A264 ND (1885) Estampa 9A Serie 18A No. 79400 VG and rare note, Along with highest denomination notes for series both Estampa 5A including 100 Mil Reis Pick A247b ND (1877) Serie 9A No. 71713 VG - about Fine and Exceptionally Rare high denomination note and our research could not find any offered in recent times. Also 200 Mil Reis Pick A248 ND (1874) Serie 2A No. 48858 VG or near ink lettering in signature margin but underlying signature still vaguely visible. Exceptionally Scarce and the highest denomination for the series. 10 Mil Reis Pick A258a ND (1883) Estampa 7A Serie 7A No. 47385 VG - about Fine and a Very Scarce and seldom offered note.. Along with 1 Mil Reis Pick A250b ND (1885) Estampa 6A Serie 97A No. 12148 VG. A scarcer variety and seldom offered
Ten Pounds MahonWhite note B216 dated 17th October 1925 series 096L 98871 LONDON branch issue GEF - about UNC and Exceptionally Scarce early date especially in this condition. Our research could find none offered in this grade in recent times
Ten Shillings PeppiattB256 Unthreaded Red/Brown Third Period issue 1948 LAST RUN series 71L 544240 UNC. Exceptionally Rare post war type and our research could find only 1 such note in about UNC being offered in recent times therefore this being a very rare opportunity to acquire this note
One pound O'Brien QE2 portrait and seated Britannia B283Experimental R reverse issue 1960 FIRST RUN series A01N 065132 UNC. Exceptionally Rare experimental issue with R on reverse standing for 'Research'. Our research could find only 1 note in similar grade offered in recent times therefore this being a very rare opportunity to acquire one
Five Pounds Page QE2 pictorial & The Duke of WellingtonB333Replacement issue 1971 FIRST RUN series M01 120559 about UNC. Our research could find none offered in this grade in recent times so this been a very rare opportunity to acquire this fine note
Five Pounds Page QE2 pictorial & The Duke of WellingtonB335Replacement L Reverse issue 1973 FIRST RUN series 01M 497304 UNC . Our research could find only 1 note offered in this grade in recent times
Turkey (3) comprising 50 Kurus (2) Pick 133 L. 1930 President Mustafa İsmet İnönü at right & Community Center, Ankara series B25 386933 EF or better slight wrinkling considered from water damage given its history along with the later note which got issued after the bombing Pick 134 President Mustafa İsmet İnönü at centre & Central Bank building Ankara series C2 090520. Also the 100 Lira Pick NL unrecorded L.1930 President Mustafa İsmet İnönü at right & Dardanelles view at reverse series H19 02888 Fine - about VF small piece missing from bottom right corner, a small tear at upper centre at fold and a small light rust mark to left but very well kept and an Exceptionally Scarce notes as our research could find that this issue was on a ship (SS City of Roubaix) bombed by Germany while at Piraeus Harbour (Greece) April 6, 1941 near the beginning of WWII. The Turkish government cancelled the issue and arranged for another instead. All available examples were rescued from the sea therefore signs of salt water damage are to be expected. "There is no official recovery record of the 100 Lira notes from the wreck. They were not handed over by the Greek authorities to the Republic of Turkey like the 50 Kurus notes. It is believed the notes that escaped confiscation were also introduced by Greek and non-Muslim tradesmen and put into circulation in the smaller provinces of Turkey, where communications were poor. The variety of notes confused the public, who were not in a position to tell if the notes were legitimate or not. What is certain is these original notes are extremely rare. Only two pieces were reportedly seen in Turkey in the last few decades. The same is true for the 50 Lira note (P136). Not more than a couple has ever been reported. Although also very hard to acquire, Thomas De La Ruespecimen notes remain the best bet for filling this historic gap in a bank note collection of Turkish Republic issues." (source: International Bank Note Society Journal 50.2, Sep. 2011)
Greenland Administration Trade certificate 5 SkillingPick M6 ND (1941) World War II emergency issue during American and British occupation UNC. Exceptionally scarce issue our research could find none offered in this grade in recent times so this being a very rare opportunity to acquire this note
Brazil 50 Mil Reis Imperio Do Brasil Pick A233 ND (1852-1867) Allegorical women ("Agriculture" and "Commerce") at upper centre series 6a No. 68626 VG. Exceptionally Scarce and seldom offered in fact our research could find only 1 offered in recent times
ScotlandBank of Scotland 20 Pounds 300th year Anniversary of Bank of Scotland in 1995 issues (6) including Pick 121b (Calloway-Murphy BA124b) signatures Pattullo & Masterton dated 1st April 1998 serial number CA050263. Pick 121c (Callaway-Murphy BA124c) signatures Grant & Masterton dated 22nd March 1999 (2) FIRST prefix LOW numbers for this type CE550023 and CE550184. Pick 121d (Calloway-Murphy BA124d) signatures Shaw & Mitchell dated 18th June 2001 serial number DT028944. Pick 121e (Calloway-Murphy BA124e) single signature Mitchell for Governor dated 26th November 2003 (2) including FIRST prefix LOW serial number for this type DW900046 along with DZ707033. All violet and brown on multicolour underprint with a new portrait of Sir Walter Scott at left and the older issues' portrait now as watermark, bank arms at centre and a commemorative panel reading "300 years of Service to the Community 1695 - 1995" at lower centre on obverse and bank head office building at lower left and Education and Research at centre on reverse. Engraved by Thomas De La Rue & Co Ltd without imprint on the notes. All about UNC - UNC
Northern IrelandNorthern Bank Limited Belfast 10 Pounds Pick 181c (Blake-Callaway NR80) Red serial number N-I/N 08728 dated 1st November 1943 manuscript signature H.J. Craig original and fresh about UNC - UNC and formerly PMG 64 Choice Uncirculated but removed from holder comes with the PMG label. The note in black and white on red underprint and feature a sailing ship, plough and man at grindstone at upper centre and reverse blue with bank initials and value and printers imprint at lower centre. Printed and engraved by Perkins, Bacon & Co Ltd London. Our research could find a similar note only a few numbers away series N-I/N 08738 i
ScotlandBank of Scotland 20 Pounds 300th year Anniversary of Bank of Scotland in 1995 issues FIRST & LAST prefixes for the type Pick 119a ( Callaway-Murphy BA124a) both dated 1st May 1995 signatures Pattullo for Governor & Burt for Treasurer & Chief General Manager (2) serial numbers AA001902 & HIGH near last for this type AY999983. Violet and brown on multicolour underprint with a new portrait of Sir Walter Scott at left and the older issues' portrait now as watermark, bank arms at centre and a commemorative panel reading "300 years of Service to the Community 1695 - 1995" at lower centre on obverse and bank head office building at lower left and Education and Research at centre on reverse. Engraved by Thomas De La Rue & Co Ltd without imprint on the notes. Both about UNC - UNC
Roman Ae Antoninianii (5) Aurelian (270-275AD) Obverse: Bust right radiate and cuirassed, IMP C AVRELIANVS, Reverse: Emperor standing right, clasping hands with Concordia, standing left, CONCORDIA MILITVM, Mintmark V* in exergue, RIC 244 Siscia, RIC 59 Rome, GVF/NEF with a thin flan crack. Aurelian (270-275AD) Obverse: Bust right radiate and cuirassed, IMP C AVRELIANVS, Reverse: Emperor standing right, clasping hands with Concordia, standing left, CONCORDIA MILITVM, Mintmark T* in exergue, Siscia Mint. RIC 215var, Good Fine. Tetricus I (271-274AD) Cologne Mint, Obverse: Bust right radiate and draped IMP C TERTICVS PF AVG, Reverse: Pax PAX AVG RCV 11243, GVF. Quintillus (270AD) Milan Mint. Obverse: Bust right, radiate, IMP QVINTILLVS AVG, Reverse: Mars advancing with branch and spear, P in exergue, MARTI PACI, RIC 58P GVF on a slightly irregular flan. Quintillus (270AD) Rome Mint, Obverse: Radiate and draped bust right IMP CM AVR CL QVINTILLVS AVG, Reverse: Fortuna standing left holding rudder on globe and cornucopia, Z in right field, Sear 11441, Good Fine/Fine
Roman (2) Follis Maxentius (306-312AD) Obverse: Bust right, laureate IMP C MAXENTIVS PF AVG, Reverse Roma looking left in hexastyle temple with knobs as acroteria, holding globe and spear, shield at her side, mintmark RET, 6.56 grammes, RIC Rome 258, Sear 14988, Fine/Good Fine, bold for the grade, Reduced Follis Maximinus II (309-312AD) Obverse Bust right, laureate and cuirassed, Reverse: Genio standing left, tower on left, loins draped, holding patera and cornucopiae, star in right field, mintmark PLN, 5.02 grammes, RIC 209b, Fine
Shilling 1697 First Bust, Irish shield at date, ESC 1091B, Bull 1119, rated R5 by Bull, we note the lion of Nassau also rotated by 90 degrees, and very unusual, VG/approaching Fine with some weakness, our archive database shows that we have not previously offered an example in 15 years, internet searches have not shown any transactions for this variety
Books a large lot includes English Hammered Coinage by J.J.North Volumes 1 and 2, Roman Coins And Their Values 1970 edition, by David Sear, Roman Silver Coins Volumes I to V 1979 by Seaby, Greek Coins and Their Values, Second Edition 1966 by Seaby, also includes many titles on Indian Coins, and useful titles on Roman and Greek Coins (large lot in two heavy containers). Room buyers only must be cleared by the buyer from the Bracknell auction room
Halfcrown 1853 ProofESC 687, Bull 2736 UNC the obverse with some very minor contact marks and the coin has been cleaned. 14.12 grammes. Further research shows that PCGS and NGC have graded just 17 examples of this coin. Only issued as part of the 1853 Proof sets, which are of extreme rarity, this is a rare opportunity to obtain a key coin in the Victorian Halfcrown series. This last such coin offered by us was in February 2009.Our archive database indicates we have only previously offered one example, this being sold twice by us, as part of the Andrew Wayne and Roland Harris collections.
Austria Medallic Show Thaler - 1683 Battle of Vienna 45mm diameter in silver, commemorating the Liberation of Vienna from Turkish siege, the defeat of the Turks and the relief of Vienna by Jahann III Sobieki of Poland. Obverse: An imperial double eagle brandishing a sword and sceptre atop a globe showing a map of Vienna. The sun rises above while crescent moon sinks below. Rev: The reverse has an 18 line legend describing how the Polish King John III Sobieski, with 20,000 troops, relieved the Turkish siege of Vienna in 1683 and drove them back to the Raab, and thereby freed Hungary. By leading the decisive Polish cavalry charge himself, Sobieski was acclaimed the hero of Christendom. UNC or near so and attractively toned, Cataloguers note: On researching this piece other examples were noted showing minor varieties in parts of the design, including the number of points around the sun and the date being shown as 1683 rather than MDCLXXXIII as shown here. We were able to find only three other examples all showing these minor differences, one being sold for $1600 hammer price in an internet auction.
Books a large and wide ranging selection (62) includes many useful titles, particularly in Hammered and Ancient Coins: Celtic Coinage of Britain by R.D. Van Arsdell, The History And Coinage of The Roman Imperators 49-27BC by David.R.Sear, The John Brooker Collection - Coins of Charles I by J.J.North and P.J.Preston-Morley, The Herbert Schneider Collection of English Gold Coins Volumes I and II, Roman Coins and Their Values Volumes I, II, III and IV by David Sear, Roman Silver Coins Volumes I, II, III, IV and V by Seaby, Thrymsas and Sceattas in the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford Volumes I, II and III by D.M.Metcalf, Greek Imperial Coins and Their Values by David R.Sear, Byzantine Coins and Their Values by David R.Sear, Sylloge of Coins of the British Isles (13 Volumes) includes Anglo-Saxon Pennies by J.D.A.Thompson, Anglo-Saxon Pennies Aethelred II by Georg Galster, University Collection, Reading - Anglo Saxon and Norman Coins/ Royal Coin Cabinet, Stockholm Anglo-Norman Pennies, Bristol and Gloucester Museums - Ancient British Coins and Coins of Bristol and Gloucestershire Mints , R.P.Mack Collection Ancient British, Anglo-Saxon and Norman Coins, by R.P.Mack, Museums in East Anglia - The Morley St. Peter Hoard, Anglo-Saxon - Angevin coins and later Norwich Coins, by T.H.McK.Clough, American Collections - Ancient British, Anglo-Saxon and Norman Coins by Jeremiah D.Brady, Polish Museums - Anglo-Saxon and later medieval British Coins, by Andrzej Mokolajczyk, The Norweb Collection - Tokens of the British Isles 1575-1750 Part II Dorset, Durham, Essex and Gloucestershire by R.H. THompson, Royal Coin Cabinet Stockholm, Part IV, Anglo-Saxon Coins Harold I and Harthacnut 1035-10452 by T.Talvio, The Norweb Collection - Tokens of the British Isles 1575-1750 Part III Hampshire to Lincolnshire, by R.H.Thompson and M.J.Dickinson, The Norweb Collection - Tokens of the British Isles 1575-1750 Part IV Norfolk to Somerset, by R.H.Thompson and M.J.Dickinson, The J.P.Mass Collection of English Short Cross Coins 1180-1247 by Jeffrey P.Mass, along with a host of other useful titles (total lot consists of 62 books), Room Buyers only, to be removed from the room on the day of the sale
Penny 1858 8 over 2, this variety previously thought to be 8 over 3 with die cracks through the top half and bottom half of all four digits of the date, recent research has stated this is more likely to be 8 over 2, indeed this coin shows a small part of the point of the 2 at the bottom left of the 8. Recent research suggest that this die only had a short working life (Source: Michael Gouby, article Spink Numismatic Circular May 2010 pages 72-73), UNC or near so, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 75
Roman Ar DenariusMark Antony, Athens Mint, 38-37BC. Obverse: Mark Antony standing right, dressed as a priest [M ANTONIVS M F] N AVGVR IM TER, veiled wearing a toga and holding a lituus, Reverse: Radiate Head of Sol right III VIR R P C COS DESIG ITER [ET TERT] Sear 1474, Syd 1199 Fine, the reverse with some scratches
India Punjab Copper 1 1/2 Karchapana Taxila (local coinage) c.185-168BC, Obverse Elephant walking right, chaitya or three arched hill surmounted by crescent above, Reverse: Lion standing left, with swastika above, 1ll within incuse square, size 20mm x 19mm, weight 10.50 grammes, our research indicates that this is a superior example to many currently offered on internet websites, Danish India - Tranquebar 4 Cash 1831 KM#159.1 Fine with some corrosion, on an irregularly shaped flan
Livia (died AD 29) brasssestertius, Rome AD 22-23. Obv. S.P.Q.R. IVLIAE AUGUST, carpentum drawn r by two mules. Rev. TI CAESAR DIVI AUG F AUGUST PM TR POT XX IIII around large SC. Sear 1738.Very fine, a few minor pits.
Greece, Aigina (404-340 BC) silverdrachm, weighs 5.78 grams. Obv. tortoise with segmented shell, rev. incuse square of ‘skew’ pattern divided into five compartments by straight lines, two pellets in one rectangular division. Sear 2605. Ex Spink 1979. Good very fine.
Roman Republic (ca 211-206 BC) Bronze post reform asses (11) weighing between 35-47 grams. Obv. head of Janus. Rev. prow of galley, ROMA below. Sear 627 and 628. All with green or brown patina, average fine or better.
ByzantineConstantine IV (AD 668-685) goldsolidus. Weighs 4.46 grams. Beardless bust, three quarter face to r, holding spear and wearing helmet and cuirass. Rev. VICTORIA AUG 4 O, cross potent between Heraclius and Tiberius standing CONOB below. Sear 1153. Very fine but flatness of striking to area below bust and on reverse.
Byzantine Constans II (AD 641-688) goldsolidus. Weighs 4.44 grams. Facing bust with short beard, wearing crown and chlamys and holding globus cross. Rev. VICTORIA AUG 4 S, cross potent on four steps, CONOB below. Sear 953. Good very fine with lustre, but probably ex mount with damage to an area of the edge.
Military Medal, George V issue, (50858 Gnr-A. Bmbr. P. Clarkson R.F.A.) Polished & contact marks, AVF. Sold with research and copied service details. MM LG. 23. July 1919 for France.
Greece, Rhodes ((88-43 BC) silver trihemidrachm, weighs 4.25 grams. Obv. head of Helios three quarter face to right. Rev. full blown rose to front, P - O in field, corn ear below. Sear 5069. Very fine, but with deposit on reverse
Shilling19th CenturySurrey - Godalming 1811 Davis 1 Obverse: GODALMING * TOKEN * around, in centre XII, Reverse: PRO BONO PUBLICO around, in centre a woolsack inscribed 1811 Near Fine and holed, listed as RRR by both Withers and Davis, an internet search reveals no recent transactions of this type, research by the vendor states a plugged example sold in an Australian Auction in 2001
Books - Numismatic Books (15) includes some useful titles including 'The Coinage of Ancient Britain' by R.P.Mack, 'Roman Coins and their Values' by D.R.Sear 1964, Spink Coins of England Decimal Issues 2016, 'Byzantine Coins and their Values' by Seaby 1974, 'English Silver Coinage from 1649' Seaby/Rayner 1957, also includes publications on Chinese and Greek Coins, and 19th Century Silver Tokens, all in good second-hand condition
Half Guinea 1800 S.3735 VG/About Fine, a rare date, our archive database stretching back to 2003 shows that this is the first example we have offered, also internet searches show very few recent transactions for this date, so probably rarer than catalogue values would suggest
IrelandDecimalHalfpenny 1986 Proof or Specimen striking KM#19, Coincraft IRDHP/86-3, UNC and lustrous with two tiny edge nicks visible under magnification, only issued in the sets of this year, unpriced by Krause, internet research suggests prices in the region of 100 Euros, many of the Halfpennies of this year were melted as the denomination was demonetised on 1 January 1987
DollarGeorge III Oval Countermark on a Guatemala 8 Reales 1793NG (Nueva Granada) ESC 132, countermark VF, host coin EF with old attractive grey tone, over touches of original mint lustre with flashes of underlying gold tone, and choice eye appeal, a superb example of this rare piece, our archive database stretching back to 2003 show we have not previously handled an example of this type, probably rarer than the R2 rating given by ESC and Bull, Spink lists at £2250 VF for this coin with no price given for EF examples, , also, internet searches do not show any recent results for this piece, comes with old collector's ticket stating 'Forrer 1952 Seaby No.132 90/- Very Rare'
Medals, Coin Weights, Tokens and Toy Money (50) includes Admiral Vernon Portobello Medal, prize Medal W.W.Field Challenge Sculls 1899-1900 Oxford Rowing Club 45mm diameter in silver VF, Christopher Evelyn Blunt 80th Birthday 16th July 1984 49mm diameter in bronze EF, Thomas Charles 1885 Eimer 1713 Welsh language inscription (Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think ye have eternal life, and they are they which testify of me - Jesus Christ) 44mm diameter in bronze EF, Emergency May 1926 medal 51mm diameter in bronze UNC boxed, Pope Paul VI - St. Peter and St. Paul martyrs 44mm diameter in bronze EF, as part of 18th to 20th Century a wide ranging group, in mixed grades a few EF
Halfpennies all countermarked (4) George I countermarked IW worn, 1737 countermark T , 1745 countermark TB, 1752 countermark TG, these three with similar style countermarks Fine to VF, host coins VG, interesting and in need of further research
Five Guineas 1693 Obverse conjoined busts of joint monarchs right. GVLIELMVS ET MARIA DEI GRATIA. Reverse, crowned garnished square topped arms, lion of Nassau in centre Elephant and Castle below the bust S3423. Edge year QVINTO in raised letters on edge, GEF rare thus, not far off in grade to our lot 857 in LCA 155 Dec 2016 which realised £71,500 hammer. But this piece, the Elephant and Castle variety, is usually more sought after. The famous Samuel King Five Guineas sale by Spink included their well researched analysis of Five Guineas offered for sale in a 40 year period and the 1693 E & C offered here had a frequency of 19 compared to 91 of the S3422 type (1693 without E & C below). Last year a William and Mary 5 Guineas of this same type S3423 Elephant and Castle below in MS63 realised $258,000 in the USA. William and Mary were spouses who reigned over the kingdoms of England, Scotland and Ireland. They began their joint reign in February 1689 after they were offered the throne by the Convention Parliament. James II (Mary’s father) had fled the country and William and Mary occupied what was in effect a vacant throne. They were the first joint rulers in England for over 800 years, although Philip II and Mary I had appeared on English coinage together. Mary was to reign until her death from smallpox in December 1694 and William continued his rule alone, until his death in March 1702. The reign of William and Mary was brief and their coins are relatively scarce, the piece offered here has a very competitive starting price and would truly be a bargain in todays market at the low estimate or in our opinion at several bids above.
Guinea 1716 Fourth Laureate Head as S.3631 but with Hanoverian Shield at date, the shields and sceptres all rotated by 90 degrees clockwise. Unlisted as such, and internet searches have failed to locate another such example offered for sale. Many silver varieties of this period have shield positioning varieties, however this is believed to be the first such error found on a gold coin of this period. A potentially unique opportunity for the milled gold or Guinea collector. In an NGC holder and graded XF40, with a scratch across the chin, Ex-Goldbergs 5/2/2013 Lot 4900
Andaman Islands One Rupee Token 1866 KM#Tn2 EF silvered, weight 9.14 grammes, noted by 'BritishCommonwealth Coins' by Remick/James/Dowle/Finn as being 'the rarest British Commonwealth coins' and records only 5 examples having been sold between the publications of the second and third editions between 1969 and 1971, Internet research has not revealed any past auction results for the pieces dated 1866
Halfpenny 1734 B over D in BRITANNIA, the 4 struck over a lower 4, as Nicholson 236 (same dies) one of several dies recorded for this overstrike, all being rare, 10.29 grammes, VF/NVF this example far superior to the Nicholson example and internet research shows this is possibly the finest of this type, comes with old collector's ticket
Crown 1834 ESC 275 the John Jay Pittman example (David Akers sale Numismatic Inc 6-8 August 1999 Lot 3864) choice FDC pleasing old grey tone with orange and gold hues in places, free of contact marks and hairlines a choice coin. Rated R5 by ESC 5 - 10 examples known, and in today's buoyant and international market a difficult piece to estimate. Heritage of Dallas sold a high grade example in 2011 which realised $69,000 (£44,000 at 2011 exchange rates, £56,000 at todays) but key date rarities in choice grades have surged forward since then. For example the sister coin to this the 1831 crown with a mintage 10 to 15 times greater than the 1834 would have realised £8000 - £10000 in 2011 or put another way the 1834 could expect to realise 4 - 5 times more than the 1831 in a like for like grade, but an 1831 Crown in MS65 just realised £61,000 hammer price in St James Coinex sale September 2016. As this piece is choice and has been graded 88 by LCGS one could predict an MS65 could be given if submitted to the US graders and could argue that a £200,000 - £300,000 price ticket would not be absurd. However we have estimated it more conservatively and will await the results of the bidding. All William IV crowns are rare and sought after by collectors ESC lists three varieties of the 1831 in silver these were made for inclusion in the 1831 Proof Sets which had a mintage of just 225, a gold example is known dated 1831, a trial strike in lead dated 1832 and rated R7 (one or two in existence) and the 1834. This is the first 1834 example we have offered and the only example graded by LCGS whilst we have previously offered 11 examples of the 1831 crown and LCGS have graded three 1831s. Our research has found no other 1834 crowns sold since 2011 and this Pittman example to our knowledge has not been offered at auction since 1999 so if you are interested in choice rarities of the sort offered globally once or twice a decade this is the lot for you.
ChinaProof Set 2008 a 6-coin set BeijingOlympics 2008 The Official CommemorativeGold and Silver Coins for the games of the 29th Olympiad Series III comprising 150 Yuan Gold (2) depicting Classical Wrestling and Classical Soccer player, 10 Yuan Silver (4) depicting Chinese Folk customs with coloured images on parts of the obverse FDC, issued by the Peoples Bank of China in the impressive box of issue, with all certificates, the box stating 'VIP - Beijing 2008' Limited Edition 23rd August 27/99 on the top of the lid in addition to the usual inscription found on other sets of this type, research indicates similar sets have been offered on the internet for around £1900
Accessories includes an impressive cabinet with 16 drawers, 14 with display trays, also albums, capsules, digital books, a USB Microscope, and many pages of research and descriptions of Roman and Ancient coins, the research an interesting read
Au solidus. Valens. C, 364–378 AD. Antioch .Obv; Pearl diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right DN VALENS PER F AVG. Rev. Valens standing with head right, holding labarum and Victory RESTITVTOR REIPUBLICAE// ANTS* in ex. Sear 4104. Light scratches on reverse. 4.41g. GVF/NVF
Syria, Antioch Tetradrachm (150-149BC) Obv. Diademed head of Alexander Balas right., filet border, Rev. Zeus enthroned, left holding Nike, cornucopia in left field, 16.2 grammes, Sear 7030, excellent portrait, Near EF with minor marks and porosity, Ex-Lodge Antiquities 271 (2004), Ex-CNG Auction 144 (2006) Lot 137 (realised $230)
Penny 1858 8 over 2, this variety previously thought to be 8 over 3 with die cracks showing thinly through the bottom of all four digits of the date showing an earlier stage of the die break associated with this type, recent research has stated this is more likely to be 8 over 2, indeed this coin shows a small point at the bottom left of the 8. Recent research suggest that this die only had a short working life (Source: Michael Gouby, article Spink Numismatic Circular May 2010 pages 72-73) A/UNC with a trace of lustre
RomanDenarius Plautilla (202AD) marriage of Plautilla to Caracalla, Plautilla standing right on left, with Caracalla to right, RIC 362, Sear 7073, weight 3.45 grammes, GVF
Halfpenny 1860 Toothed Border F over P in HALF, dies as Freeman 267 dies 4+C, the complete foot and part of the curve visible under close magnification, previously unseen for 1860, (only seen for 1861) VF and worthy of further research for the variety specialist
German and German StatesCollection mostly pre 1900 minors - large silver mixed grades some in high grade each coin attached to a research paper, and including two cast copies of silver crowns (lot)
SolidusHeraclius Constantinople CONOB reverse with VICTORIA legend Heraclius at centre of 3 figures obverse Sear 761 VF with some weak areas 4.4 grammes
World (10) USA5 Cents 1882 Filled 2 with the appearance of being 2 over 3, unlike any of the illustrated over dates of this period in the Breen catalogue. Fine, worthy of further research, New Zealand (3) Halfcrown 1942 VF/EF, Penny Tokenundated John Brinsmead & Sons Pianos NVF, Halfpenny Token Henry J.Hall, Christchurch Fair, Australia (5) Florin 1912 Fine, Shilling 1916M Fine, Pennies (3) 1916 I VF, 1922 GVF, 1936 VF, Canada Cent 1908 NEF
Pennies 1897 (6) an interesting study group containing 10 teeth date spacings (3) and 10 1/2 teeth date spacings (3) these coins show a variety of different shapes and positions of the 7 in the date, different thicknesses of helmet plumes, and differences to the shape ands size of the rock, two coins are VG to NF the other four EF to A/UNC and lustrous, comes with a research dossier copiled by the vendor
World generally 19th and 20th issues in mixed grades accompanied by price research sheets, along with GB Farthings and Fractionals these mostly Victoria or before some with lustre
Penny 1858 8 over 2, this variety previously thought to be 8 over 3 with die cracks showing thinly through the bottom of all four digits of the date showing an earlier stage of the die break associated with this type, recent research has stated this is more likely to be 8 over 2, indeed this coin shows a tiny point at the bottom left of the 8 under magnification. Recent research suggest that this die only had a short working life (Source: Michael Gouby, article Spink Numismatic Circular May 2010 pages 72-73) EF/NEF, Ex-I.Robinson 2/10/1997 £55
Au Tremissis. Anastasius. C, 491-518 AD. Rev; VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM, Victory advancing r., head l., holding wreath and glober cruciger; at r., star; in ex., CONOB. Sear 8. Old collection coin with lustre. 1.47g. G Fine.
Au Semissis. Justinian I. C,527-565 AD. Rev; VICTORIA AVGGG, Victory seated right, inscribing numerals on shield; star to right, christogram to left. Sear 143. Ex mount. 2.16g. NVF
Solidus Au. Heraclius and Heraclius Constantine. C, 610-641 AD. Obv; Crowned and draped facing busts of Heraclius and Heraclius Constantine; cross above. Rev: VICTORIA AVGЧ Є, CONOB in ex; Cross potent set upon three steps. Sears 738. 4.46g. N VF.
Solidus Au. Justinian I. C, 527-565 AD. Obv; Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield. Rev: VICTORIA AVGGG B, CONOB in ex; Victory standing facing, holding globus cruciger and long staff terminating in staurogram; star to right. Sears 140. Weak strike to one edge. 4.28g. N VF. Plus an Ae prutah (widows mite) of Alexander Jannaeus. Fine. [2]
Follis Ae. Justinian I. C, 527-565 AD. Constantinople mint, 1st officina. Dated RY 13. Obv; Helmeted and cuirassed facing bust, holding globus cruciger and shield; cross to right. Rev: Large M; cross above, date across field; A, in ex CON. Sears 163. Ex CNG 2014. Dark green patina. 23.128g. VF.
Sovereign 1887 Jubilee Head Pattern, with the obverse displaying 14 Beads to Queen’s necklace rather than 13 on the standard currency and Proof coin.
J.E.B. initials fully on the truncation, on the standard Proof issue they encroach slightly into the field. On the 14 bead coin there is a smaller gap between the A in VICTORIA and the following D of D:G: .This obverse as Baldwin's Bentley sale 8/5/2013 Lot 1228. Reverse: The P of the B.P. initials is poorly rendered, appearing more like a triangle. There are also no stops in between.
The top line of the streamer on the helmet makes a smooth curve onto the next line down, whereas on the standard Proof it is distinctly separate.
The 7 of the date has an extra piece protruding from the right of the horizontal stroke.
The Reverse characteristics are similar to a reverse uniface Proof in the Royal Mint Museum, and had previously not been recorded before on a Proof or currency piece. UNC with prooflike fields, the design and legend heavily frosted. This reverse is as the Royal Mint uniface trial piece. Both obverse and reverse dies types are known, but until now, not on the same coin, and the existence of this piece links together the two previously known types. Comes with a comprehensive folder full of interesting data and research relating to this piece and the other pieces bearing the obverse and reverse die types and their developments and origins, along with many useful and important photographs. Also with authentication from Robert Matthews(ex Royal Mint and a recognised expert in authentication). Slabbed and graded CGS 75, a unique opportunity to acquire this important and unique piece
PennyCnut Short Cross type S.1159North 790Warwick Mint, moneyer Leofwig L.EOFPIGONPER. GVF, an extremely rare mint, previously unseen by us, our research reveals no recent transactions of pieces from this type and mint
RomanDenariusJulius Caesar (46-45 BC), Lifetime issues Sear 357 Obverse Diademed Head of Venus, right with small Cupid at shoulder, Reverse Gaulish Captives seated at foot of trophy, Fine
Tremissis Au. Anastasius. C, 491-518 AD. Rev: VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM / CONOB; Victory advancing right, holding globus cruciger and wreath; star in right field. Sear 8. Some slight weakness on strike. 1.50g. G Fine.
USA, Engraved 1693 on a flan of similar size and metal to a GunmoneyCrown Obverse inscribed ABRAHAM CATER ANNO 1693, Reverse Hand issuing from a cloud holds the scales of justice 44mm diameter NVF, we note that an internet search reveals the Birth of an Abraham Carter in 1693 in Newton, New England USA
SpanishAmerican 8 Reales Cobs (2) from the 'Isla de Muerto' Shipwreck both Poor, accompanied by paperwork from 'Historic Research and Certification Inc.'
NobleEdward III S1518 but a rare variety and unlisted in Schneider, obverse begins EDWARDVS, the piece is accompanied by a detail research paper from 2004 by Peter Woodhead explaining the variety VF and rare
Phoenicia (2) Silver One Twelfth Shekel, Tyre (c.400-360BC) Obverse Melqarth riding on Hippocamp., dolphin below, Reverse Owl Standing, head facing , cable border Sear 5913 Fine, One Eighth Shekel Sidon, Obverse War Galley with zigzag waves below, Reverse Bearded Deity about to slay lion Sear 5940 Fine
RomanGoldSolidus Magnentius (350-353AD) Reverse Victory and Liberty standing facing each other, holding a trophy Sear 4012 Trier Mint, weight 4.64 grammes GVF the edge bent over at 1 o'clock obverse
PhoeniciaSilverStater (c.400-350BC) Sidon, Arados Obverse Bearded Head of deity right, Reverse galley on three lines of waves with lettering above, Sear 5971 VF toned
Devonshire Bank £5, Exeter issue dated 1818 series No.C720 for Williams, Cann, Searle & Co., (Outing 765b), castle keep at left, clipped top edge, pinholes, about Fine
Sixpence 1867 Plain Edge Proof, Davies Dies 3A with upright die alignment (similar to the rare 1871 and 1879 Proof issues), the Proof issue listed by ESC, Davies, Krause and Spink is listed only as a milled edge Proof and never listed as a Plain edge coin. Die Number 24, this number previously unrecorded on a Proof strike (previously it was thought that the Proof issues were only from Die Number 2) extensive research by the vendor over a number of years has recorded only 5 milled edge examples (all die number 2), and just this example as a Plain edge Proof, UNC and with an attractive grey tone, the high points with just a hint of cabinet friction, previously from the Alfred BoleCollection (Ex-DNW 16/3/2011 Lot 191), quite possibly unique
Penny, Model Coinage by Joseph Moore undated (1844) with PENNEY error in the obverse legend. Now listed in Krause 'Unusual World Coins' as X#10 with no prices given, our research has uncovered that 7 examples are known to exist, this example VF, superior to the example sold in our Auction A142 (Lot 2731) which realised £643 inclusive of buyers premium
One pound O'Brien B283 issued 1960 first run, series A01N 426902, experimental issue with small short-tailed letter R on reverse (for Research), pressed, Fine to good Fine
Collection of Romansilverdenarius. C, 1st BC-3rd century AD. From the Republic through to Elagabalus. All identified. Mixed grades and conditions, some collectable grades. [29] Fine to VF. Also includes 'Roman Coins and their values' by David Sear 1981 edition.
A mixed group plenty in silver and including Victoria, an interesting Napoleon and Josephine Hotel De Ville AN XIII in silver, MoscowOlympics, a uniface GB 1945 set in need of further research and more (lot)
Group of Seven medals to Lt.Col W.H.West M.B.E. BerkshireRegiment, M.B.E. 2nd type military division, General Service Medal 1918 bar Iraq (2 Lieut . W.H.West, R.Berks R.), 1939-45, Africa (8th Army bar) and Italy Stars, Defence & War Medals. Together with a set of miniatures, Royal Berks cap badge, family photographs, M.B.E. certificate dated 1942 and folder of papers and research.
China and Oriental (140) 19th & 20th Cent. (and possibly older) including silver. Identified coins include China Dollar (1), 50 cents (1) 20 cents (1), 10 cents (4), 20 cash (1), Japan 2 sen (1), 10 cash (7). Needs research, unidentified coins include 10 cash (47) and others (77)
Thailand an interesting and comprehensive group (37) 800 Baht (2) 2005 Food Safety Award UNC boxed, 2007 King's 80th Birthday Proof FDC, 600 Baht (9) 1980 Queen's Anniversary and FAO CeresMedal UNC, 1981 Centenary of the Birth of Rama VI UNC boxed, 1981 35th Anniversary of the Reign of King Rama IX UNC, 1988 Crown Prince's 36th Birthday UNC, 1989 Chulalongkorn University UNC, 1990 90th Birthday of Princess Mother (2) UNC, 1991 36th Birthday of Princess Sirindhorn (2) UNC, 300 Baht (3) 1979 Graduation of Princess Chulabhorn UNC, 1996 50th Anniversary of the Reign of King Rama IX UNC, undated Queen's Crowned bust facing (1992) Proof nFDC, 200 Baht (4) 1979 Royal Cradle Ceremony UNC, 1981 International Year of the Child Proof FDC, 1987 WWF 25th Anniversary Proof FDC, 1997 UNICEF Proof nFDC, 150 Baht (10) 1975 75th Birthday of the King's Mother UNC, 1977 FAO UNC, 1977 Investiture of Princess Sirindhorn UNC, 1977 Graduation of Princess Sirindhorn UNC, 1977 Crown Prince Vajiralongkorn and Princess Soamsawali Wedding UNC, 1978 9th World Orchid Conference UNC, 1978 Graduation of Crown Prince Vajiralongkorn UNC, undated Queen' crowned facing bust (1992) Proof FDC, 1996 50th Anniversary of the Reign of King Rama IX (2, one a Proof) UNC and FDC, 100 Baht (3) 1975 100th Anniversary of the Ministry of Finance UNC, 1991 World Bank IMF UNC, 1997 WWF Tiger Proof FDC, 50 Baht (5) 1971 20th Year Buddhist Fellowship UNC, 1974 National Museum Centenary UNC with some light verdigris, undated (2004) National Intelligence Agency UNC, undated (2003) 50th Anniversary of the Air Force UNC, 2005 Technological Research UNC in pack of issue, 20 Baht 1963 36th Birthday of Rama IX UNC, plus 5 Baht Set 1977-1987 (10 Coins) UNC in the white folder of issue
USAHalf Dollar 1857S Large S, unlisted as such by Breen, EF or better, nicely toned with some contact marks in the fields would grade AU by US standards, our research indicates many examples in this grade have traded for $800+ on the internet
World a varied group where the vendor has attempted to attribute each coin by internet research, so each coins is accompanied by a sheet showing what the vendor considers to be a like or related piece
Saffron & Walden Bank Essex £1 dated 1824 series No.9054 for Ja. Searle, Ja. Searle Jnr & S.B. Searle. (Outing 1848b), mounted at top on black card, VG
Crown 1658 Oliver Cromwell high quality imitation in silver 30.1 grams nEF some dimples and surface bubbles reverse which would be inconsistent with the genuine issue, clearly a sharply struck rather than cast piece with edge lettering bold and of high quality, origin unknown and in need of further research
ChinaProof Set 2008 a 6-coin set BeijingOlympics 2008 The Official CommemorativeGold and Silver Coins for the games of the 29th Olympiad Series III comprising 150 Yuan Gold (2) depicting Classical Wrestling and Classical Soccer player, 10 Yuan Silver (4) depicting Chinese Folk customs with coloured images on parts of the obverse FDC, issued by the Peoples Bank of China in the impressive box of issue, with all certificates, the box stating 'VIP - Beijing 2008' Limited Edition 17th August 23/99 on the top of the lid in addition to the usual inscription found on other sets of this type, research indicates that Series I and Series II sets of similar make-up have been offered on the internet for around £1700, these without the VIP inscription on the box lid
Penny, Model Coinage by Joseph Moore undated (1844) with PENNEY error in the obverse legend. Now listed in Krause 'Unusual World Coins' as X#10 with no prices given, our research has uncovered that 7 examples are known to exist, examples selling in the £200-£900 range according to grade, this example NVF, previously unseen by this cataloguer
Penny 1831 .W.W on truncation Peck 1458 NEF/EF toned, unevenly so on the obverse, much rarer than stated by Peck, our research indicates this is only the third example we have handled
Penny 1858 8 over 2, this variety previously thought to be 8 over 3 with die cracks showing thinly through the bottom of all four digits of the date showing an earlier stage of the die break associated with this type, recent research has stated this is more likely to be 8 over 2, indeed this coin shows a small point at the bottom left of the 8. Recent research suggest that this die only had a short working life (Source: Michael Gouby, article Spink Numismatic Circular May 2010 pages 72-73) GEF
Pennies (2) 1861 with lower first 1, strongly double struck, 1863 possibly open 3 (worn) with another number below 6, low grade, in need of close examination and research, Halfpennies (3) 1861 with 8 over 8 and 6 over 6, both very clear, 1862 2 over 2, 1876H with the P of PENNY barely joined Poor to Fine an interesting study group
Penny 1858 8 over 2, this variety previously thought to be 8 over 3 with die cracks through the bottom and top of all four digits of the date showing an later stage of the die break associated with this type, recent research has stated this is more likely to be 8 over 2, indeed this coin shows a small point at the bottom left of the 8. Recent research suggest that this die only had a short working life (Source: Michael Gouby, article Spink Numismatic Circular May 2010 pages 72-73) EF with a couple of small rim nicks
Penny 1858 8 over 2, this variety previously thought to be 8 over 3 with die cracks through the bottom half of all four digits of the date showing an intermediate stage of the die break associated with this type, recent research has stated this is more likely to be 8 over 2, indeed this coin shows a small point at the bottom left of the 8. Recent research suggest that this die only had a short working life (Source: Michael Gouby, article Spink Numismatic Circular May 2010 pages 72-73) EF with a few small rim nicks
Penny 1858 8 over 2, this variety previously thought to be 8 over 3 with die cracks through the bottom half of all four digits of the date showing an intermediate stage of the die break associated with this type, recent research has stated this is more likely to be 8 over 2, indeed this coin shows a small point at the bottom left of the 8. Recent research suggest that this die only had a short working life (Source: Michael Gouby, article Spink Numismatic Circular May 2010 pages 72-73) EF/NEF with an edge bruise
One pound O'Brien B283 issued 1960 first run series A01N 458833, experimental issue with small short-tailed letter R on reverse (for Research), slight edge wear, Fine to good Fine and scarce
A collection of Phoenicia (199) in silver (42) and copper (157) housed in a cabinet, The collector remarks: 'The Autonomous Coinage of Phoenicia, although firmly within the Greek series, is remarkable for its maritime imagery and unique script, including several early dated series. The strategic location of Phoenicia (modern Lebanon) led to repeated incursions by Alexander and his successors, the Ptolemies and Seleukids, and ultimately by the Romans ; a turbulent history reflected in a further wealth of coin types'. Lot includes Tetradrachms (16) Aradus (2), of Alexander and obv. Tyche, Berytus (Caracalla), Ake-Ptolemais (3), of Ptolemy II , Antiochus VIII, and Caracalla, Sidon (3) Ptolemy II, Alexander I, and obv. Tyche, Tyre (7) Ptolemy II, Melquarth, Trajan (3), Caracalla, Geta; Dishekels (4) Byblos, Sidon, Tyre (2); a Stater of Aradus and Didrachms of Tyre (2), with other silver (20) including two very rare fractions of Gebaal (Byblos) Lion/Lotus type. The copper represents the mints of Aradus, Berytus, Ake, Byblos, Carne, Marathus, Orthosia, Tripolis, 'uncertain mint', Sidon, Tyre, comprising a solid range of autonomous and Roman issues including rarities such as Galba (Berytus), Diadumenian, Rev. Temple of Diana, and Aquileia Severa, both of Tyre. Lot includes Books (3), in mixed grades many in VF a few better, the bronzes in particular worthy of further study and further detailed research
MontserratCountermarked Coinage 12 Dogs (2 Bits - Quarter Dollar) 1772-1789 KM#10 a cut quarter segment of a SpanishColonial8 Reales Obverse countermark Cross, Reverse Countermarked with three M's, host coin date visible (1781) weight 6.85 grammes, host coin largely smooth, countermarks Fine and bold, extremely rare and the first we have offered, our research indicates a specimen of similar appearance without the host coins date fetched £2600 hammer price in a London saleroom in September 2010
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