Coins, Tokens and Historical Medals

George III (1765-1820), Second issue, Restrike Proof Halfpenny, 1798, by W.J. Taylor, in bronzed-copper, edge plain, 10.74g/12h (Prid. 32A; S 7416b; KM. 10b; cf. Cain 2743-4; cf. Baldwin 77, 2939, and 86, 35). Usual rust marks by date and some light spotting on obverse, otherwise brilliant and practically as struck £300-400

Provenance: Glendining Auction, 10 February 1999, lot 311