George V 6-Piece Certified "Waitangi" Proof Set 1935 NGC, 1) 3 Pence - PR66, KM1 2) 6 Pence - PR67, KM2 3) Shilling - PR66 Cameo, KM3 4) Florin - PR66, KM4 5) 1/2 Crown - PR65, KM5 6) "Waitangi" Crown - PR67 Ultra Cameo, KM6 KM-PS3. Mintage: 364. Quite simply, a stunningly preserved set, issued in commemoration of the Treaty of Waitangi, the accord signed in 1840 between representatives of Britain and Maori chiefs of the North Island of New Zealand. It is difficult to overstate the quality of the set as a whole. The "star" of the group, of course, is the famed "Waitangi" Crown, and this specimen towers above the competition on its own, ranking as the tied-finest representative of its type certified in all Cameo and non-Cameo variations at NGC. In fact, it is there the sole example to receive both the "Ultra Cameo" designation and the superlative "PR67" grade assigned to it. This honor is fully deserved, George's bust graced with a rich coating of mint frost and contrasting decisively against hard mirror fields demonstrating full reflectivity and not a single instance of handling worthy of mention. The remainder of the set leaves nothing to be desired, with every included issue displaying the utmost care in handling, each displaying razor-sharp and minimally disturbed detail. A soft silver patina enhances the presentation across the board, with the Shilling in particular marked by a prominent Cameo effect that only heightens its visual splendor. In all respects, this lot represents a unique opportunity to acquire a set so fine!

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