File:GB 1826 5 pounds obv P176-20342.jpg
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This specimen was lot 20342 in Ponterio sale 176 (Chicago, August 2013), where it sold for $32,900. The catalog description[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. George IV, 1820-1830. 5 Pounds, 1826. NGC PF Details--Repaired. Rare Brilliant Proof 1826 5 Pounds S-3797; Fr-373; KM-702. Wilson & Rasmussen-213. Bare bust left by William Wyon (unsigned) after Chantrey. Rv. Crowned shield with mantle by Johann Merlen. Lettered edge DECUS ET TUTAMEN ANNO REGNI SEPTIMO. A proof-only issue with a reported 150 examples minted, including variants. A well-engraved uncrowned bust of this extravagant king who served as Regent for nearly a decade before acceding to the throne. The intricate reverse arms are engraved in a Germanic style. The highest denomination in this four-coin gold proof set. The first impression yields a superior Brilliant Proof with bold clarity. Ex: Lubbock, 1984 ANA."
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