Coins, Tokens and Historical Medals

ANGLESEY, Amlwch, Parys Mine Co, Proof Penny, 1787, in silver, from the same dies as previous, edge on demand in london liverpool & anglesey, 19.62g/6h (DH 9a). Extremely fine and toned, obverse retaining much original brilliance, very rare; the first 18th century silver Proof token £900-£1,200

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Collection of 18th Century Tokens formed by Ken Elks.

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Provenance: A Collection of 18th Century Trade Tokens, Part IV, Mark Rasmussen FPL 11, Winter 2006 (C 449)