British Coins from the Collection of Ian Sawden

George III (1760-1820), Pre-1816 issues, Restrike Proof Penny, 1797, in bronzed-copper, 10 leaves in wreath, edge plain, 28.21g/6h (Martin, SNC 2009, p.117, listed as BMC 1148A [R 56]; cf. Selig 1295). Minor staining on reverse, otherwise brilliant and virtually as struck, very rare; not recorded by Peck in bronzed-copper £500-£600

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, British Coins from the Collection of Ian Sawden.

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Provenance: Spink Auction 191, 28 November 2007, lot 287