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Auction 3091  –  6 - 8 May 2021

Heritage Auctions, Auction 3091

PLATINUM NIGHT - Ancient and World Coins

Part 1: Th, 06.05.2021, from 5:00 PM CEST
Part 2: Fr, 07.05.2021, from 12:00 AM CEST
Part 3: Fr, 07.05.2021, from 5:00 PM CEST
Part 4: Fr, 07.05.2021, from 11:00 PM CEST
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Description

George V lead Obverse Die Trial 5 Pounds ND (1911) MS60 NGC, cf. KM822 (for regular Proof), S-3994 (same). A fascinating die trial in lead, utilized in a test strike for the obverse of George V's iconic 1911 Proof 5 Pounds issue. A perfect complement to any collection containing the regular issue in gold, and an important piece of British numismatic history, produced upon a heavy lead planchet and housed in an extra-thick NGC holder. Ex. C.M. Kraay Collection

HID09801242017

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Starting price 2'000 USD
Estimate 4'000 USD
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