George III copper Proof Pattern 5 Shillings 6 Pence 1811 PR63 Brown PCGS, ESC-206. Edge plain. Made for the Bank of England during the Napoleonic Wars. This is one of a variety of suggested denominations that were all abandoned after the war's conclusion, when the normal Crown was made again for George III in 1818. This piece has medal die-alignment. Nicely struck with a strong portrait of the King, matte chocolate brown surfaces on the obverse and a slightly more reflective patina to the reverse. Some very minor spotting is noted as well as some minute contact marks, but in general this piece is free from handling marks and retains impressive eye appeal. From the Lake County Collection

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