1723 1/2P Hibernia, BN SP(PCGS#196)

Spring 2022 U.S. Coins Auction

拍卖行

Stack's Bowers

批号

1178

等级

SP64BN

价格

53,490

详细说明

Special Striking of the 1723 Wood's Hibernia Halfpenny 1723 Wood's Hibernia Halfpenny. Martin 4.76-Gd.2, W-13570. Rarity-5. Specimen-64 BN (PCGS). A crisp early impression from these dies on a specially prepared planchet, this coin represents the highest level of British coining art the mint could muster on a halfpenny flan. The detail is fully rendered throughout, from uniformly denticulated borders to the finest elements of King George's hair and the seated figure's gown. The finish is also distinctive, lightly reflective and smooth as glass in the fields, resembling other British Proof copper of this era. Though this is a crisp early die state, as above, a fine obverse die crack (as made) crosses the tip of the bust from the stop after REX. This crack is also present on the Roper-Archangel Proof from these dies, certified Specimen-64 BN by PCGS at the time of our October 2018 sale of the latter collection. Both coins are identical in finish, as well, although the present specimen is more carefully preserved with a generally smooth appearance in hand that is virtually devoid of post-production blemishes. A few tiny, well scattered planchet pits and carbon flecks are all that seem to preclude a full Gem rating. Richly original with pale blue undertones to antique copper-brown patina, this fascinating specimen was clearly intended as a presentation or numismatic strike. It would also be a magnificent way to illustrate this type in a modern cabinet. PCGS# 180. NGC ID: 2ATD. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.