Lot 223
Great Britain. Guinea, 1787. By Pingo. WR-104. "Plain border." Plain edge. S-3729. George III, 5th Head, with the distinctive Spade-shaped crowned shield on the reverse. R3, very rare (168 Proofs were struck of Lewis Pingo's new design, including 100 given to directors of the Bank of England; the purpose was to preserve examples of the currency type first issued in this year). Especially choice and most desirable as a classic of the late 18th century. Purchased in 1986. PCGS graded Proof 65.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000.
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| Realized $5,750 |
