THE VERENE COLLECTION OF BRITISH PROOFS
Lot 2617 SESSION 10 (7.30PM WEDNESDAY 27TH JULY) THE VERENE COLLECTION OF BRITISH PROOFS
Estimate $1,500
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1853 PROOF QUARTER FARTHING, From dies by William Wyon, this coin was not part of the proof set and is the smallest denomination in the series. It was issued solely for use in Ceylon, given its similar size to a trading coin used there. Victoria, 1837-1901. S-3953, Peck 1614 (ER). Copper 1.21g. Obverse - young head no W W, dies from the Maundy 2d, the legend reads VICTORIA D: G: BRITANNIAR: REGINA F: D: Reverse - St Edwards crown above value and 1853. Below which is the English rose with leaves. Dull toned, brown with traces of red, otherwise FDC and extremely rare.
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