Lot 371
Great Britain. Proof Half Guinea, 1728. S-3681; Fr-345; KM-565.1; WR-75. George II, 1727-1760. Young Laureate Head, left. Reverse: Crowned and garnished shield. An extremely rare (R4) specimen of the first year of issue of this 2-year only type. Visible die-polish lines, but an exceptional example. Deep mirrored surfaces. Reddish gold toning. A very early gold Proof coin that is nothing but a sheer miracle of survival in this superlative condition. As choice as this great rarity ever comes! NGC graded Proof 64 Cameo.
Estimated Value $12,000 - 14,000.
Ex Dr Jacob Y. Terner Collection.
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