George IV, Proof Crown, 1821, in copper, laureate head left, <I>rev.</I> St George and the dragon, date in exergue, <I>edge</I> inscribed SECUNDO (ESC 248 R6; L&S 12), <I>light surface marks, good very fine, of the highest rarity</I> | Christie's

Sale 1208

Ancient, English and Foreign Coins and Commemorative Medals

Spink London

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16 November 1999

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Lot 986

George IV, Proof Crown, 1821, in copper, laureate head left, rev. St George and the dragon, date in exergue, edge inscribed SECUNDO (ESC 248 R6; L&S 12), light surface marks, good very fine, of the highest rarity

Price realised

GBP 1,100

Estimate

GBP 1,000 - GBP 1,500

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George IV, Proof Crown, 1821, in copper, laureate head left, rev. St George and the dragon, date in exergue, edge inscribed SECUNDO (ESC 248 R6; L&S 12), light surface marks, good very fine, of the highest rarity
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