Zambia, Elizabeth II, Proof 40,000 Kwacha, 2001, struck in 22ct (.916) gold, to a matt finish, arms of Zambia contained in quatrefoil design, with crowned bust right, IRB below, by Ian Rank Broadley ZAMBIA 40,000 KWACHA 2001, and the inscription 1901-2001.rev., inverted, Bare head of Edward VII right, adapted by Valcambi from Donald R.Golder's original design, and taken from G.W. DeSaulles' model for the 'colonial' bust of the king (see this sale lot 45), EDWARDVS VII D: G: BRITT OMN REX F D IND IMP..Diameter 38.61mm. Weight 48.2g. edge, plain mint state and unique in gold

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Zambia, Elizabeth II, Proof 40,000 Kwacha, 2001, struck in 22ct (.916) gold, to a matt finish, arms of Zambia contained in quatrefoil design, with crowned bust right, IRB below, by Ian Rank Broadley ZAMBIA 40,000 KWACHA 2001, and the inscription 1901-2001.rev., inverted, Bare head of Edward VII right, adapted by Valcambi from Donald R.Golder's original design, and taken from G.W. DeSaulles' model for the 'colonial' bust of the king (see this sale lot 45), EDWARDVS VII D: G: BRITT OMN REX F D IND IMP..Diameter 38.61mm. Weight 48.2g. edge, plain mint state and unique in gold

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VAT rate of 17.5% is payable on hammer price plus buyer’s premium.

Lot Essay

Struck to commemorate the centenary of Edward VII's accession in 1901 This was the only specimen of this type to be struck in gold, and the only to bear the denomination 40,000 Kwacha. Sold with a certificate from Valcambi.