Coins, Tokens and Historical Medals

George III (1765-1820), Second issue, Proof Penny, 1813, in bronzed-copper, edge plain, 20.29g/6h (Prid. 19A; S 7415f; KM. 11a; cf. Cain 2748; cf. Baldwin 86, 42). Some spotting on obverse, usual die flaw from rim to top of forehead (cf. Guard Sale, lot 496) and a tiny reverse rim nick at 1 o’clock, otherwise virtually as struck, rare £400-500

Provenance: Glendining Auction, 10 February 1999, lot 312