George III (1760-1820), Soho Mint, Birmingham, Proof Halfpenny, 1806 (late Soho), in gilt-copper, laureate bust right, wreath of 11 leaves, brooch of 8 perfect jewels, k · on shoulder, line flaw running from first g of georgius to 1 of date, rev. Britannia seated left, raised lump touching hem of her robe, olive branch with 10 leaves and 3 berries, no line under soho, ship with 2 stays from foremast to bowsprit, edge centre-grained, 9.49g/12h (BMC 1358 [KH 34]; S 3781). Brilliant and virtually as struck, fully reflective surfaces, most attractive [certified and graded NGC PF 63 Cameo] £700-£900

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Philip Richardson Collection of George III Copper Coins.

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E. Rogers Collection; with Baldwin c. 1960; Baldwin Auction 65, 4-5 May 2010, lot 1294