Lot 446
Great Britain. Sovereign, 1838. S-3852; Fr-387; KM-736.1. Victoria, 1837-1901. Young Head left. Reverse: Crowned shield within filleted laurel wreath; rose, shamrock and thistle spray below. First year of issue; first (small) youthful portrait. This is a very rare date, particularly in this stunning condition. NGC graded MS-65.
Born in 1819, Victoria was still a teenager when this sovereign was minted.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
Ex Dr Jacob Y. Terner Collection.
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