Lot description:
GREAT BRITAIN. "Gothic" Crown Set (3 Pieces), 1847 & 2021. Victoria & Elizabeth II. All NGC Certified.
A phenomenal set offering the Beauty of William Wyon's Gothic Crown design in both original format and a modern striking. This nicely presented set offers an original 1847 Gothic Crown by Wyon and two 2021 Great Engravers Commemoratives, each denominated as 200 Pounds and containing Two Ounces of Fine Gold. Exquisitely presented in a custom box with historical information, these sets are limited to a mere 5 produced. This handsome offering includes the following three commendable pieces:
1) "Gothic" Crown, 1847 Year UNDECIMO. London (Royal) Mint. Victoria. NGC Proof-63. S-3883; KM-744; Dav-106; ESC-2571. Mintage: 8,000.
2) "Great Engravers Gothic Crown Portrait" Gold 200 Pounds (2 Ounce), 2021. Llantrisant (Royal) Mint. Elizabeth II. NGC Proof-70 Ultra Cameo. S-GE23.
3) "Great Engravers Gothic Crown Quartered Arms" Gold 200 Pounds (2 Ounce), 2021. Llantrisant (Royal) Mint. Elizabeth II. NGC Proof-70 Ultra Cameo. S-GE34.
The 1847 Gothic Crown is simply phenomenal, delivering a rich reflective eye appeal and luster, and crisply laid details. The surfaces are alighted with soft tone at the peripheries, only increasing the general charm of the piece. The two modern Proofs delivers intense visual appeal, marrying the classic design with modern minting techniques. Both examples display a vivid cameo contrast, and are flawless on all counts. A set that is assured the participation of all lovers of the Gothic style Crowns, and a lot for which we foresee no difficulties in attracting attention.
Estimate: $35000 - $45000 | |