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[[Image:SB421-51293o.jpg|300px|thumb|Stack's Bowers April 2021 Hong Kong sale, lot 51293]]
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This specimen was part of lot 51303 in Stack's Bowers Hong Kong auction (Hong Kong, April 2021), which sold for $16,800. The catalog description<sup>[1]</sup> noted, <blockquote>"Fabulous 1863 Proof Set. SARAWAK. Copper Proof Set (3 Pieces), 1863. Heaton Mint. James Brooke. All are NGC Certified.

1) Cent. NGC PROOF-66 Brown. KM-3; Prid-31A; SS-8.

2) 1/2 Cent. NGC PROOF-67 Brown Cameo. KM-2; Prid-57A; SS-5.

3) 1/4 Cent. NGC PROOF-65 Brown Cameo. KM-1; Prid-62A; SS-3.

This truly fantastic proof set is comprised of magnificent looking representative of these types. Each piece meticulously engraved with expressive portraits, crisp devices and hard flashy fields. The frosty designs stand out against the reflective surfaces offering a nice cameo effect. The appearance of each piece is further elevated by the gorgeous rich brown patina and beautiful mottled iridescent coloration of cobalt and magenta. These highly attractive special issues seldom appear on the market as individual pieces while complete sets are few and far between. Serious consideration should be given by potential bidders for the opportunity to acquire this EXTREMELY RARE and fabulous set. Accompanying the coins is what appears to be the case of issue, however the top is broken."</blockquote> [[Sarawak]], now a part of Malaysia, was once ruled by a dynasty of white rajahs ending with Charles V. Brooke (ruled 1917-46). James Brooke (r. 1841-68) founded the line but his coinage comprises only half cents and cents of 1863. The region was devastated by Japanese occupation during World War Two, so the rajah abdicated in favor of direct British rule.

''Recorded mintage:'' unknown.

''Specification:'' copper.

''Catalog reference:'' KM-1; Prid-62A; SS-3.

''[[Bibliography|Source:]]''
* Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, ''Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1801-1900, 9th ed.'', Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.
* <sup>[1]</sup>Orsini, Matt, Kyle Ponterio and Jeremy Bostwick, ''The April 2021 Hong Kong Auction'', Costa Mesa, CA: Stack's Bowers LLC, 2021.

''Link to:''
* [[Sarawak 1863 1/2 cent|1863 half cent]]
* [[Sarawak 1863 cent|1863 cent]]
* [[Coins and currency dated 1863]]

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 ''[[Bibliography|Source:]]''
 * Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, ''Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1801-1900, 9th ed.'', Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.
-* <sup>[1]</sup>Orsini, Matt, Kyle Ponterio and Jeremy Bostwick, ''The April 2021 Hong Kong Auction'', Costa Mesa, CA: Stack's Bowers LLC, 2021.
+* <sup>[1]</sup>Orsini, Matt, Kyle Ponterio and Jeremy Bostwick, ''The April 2021 Hong Kong Auction'', Costa Mesa, CA: [http://www.stacksbowers.com Stack's Bowers LLC], 2021.
 ''Link to:''

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 This specimen was part of lot 51303 in Stack's Bowers Hong Kong auction (Hong Kong, April 2021), which sold for $16,800. The catalog description<sup>[1]</sup> noted, <blockquote>"Fabulous 1863 Proof Set. SARAWAK. Copper Proof Set (3 Pieces), 1863. Heaton Mint. James Brooke. All are NGC Certified.
-) Cent. NGC PROOF-66 Brown. KM-3; Prid-31A; SS-8.
+) [[Sarawak 1863 cent|Cent]]. NGC PROOF-66 Brown. KM-3; Prid-31A; SS-8.
 ) 1/2 Cent. NGC PROOF-67 Brown Cameo. KM-2; Prid-57A; SS-5.
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 ) 1/4 Cent. NGC PROOF-65 Brown Cameo. KM-1; Prid-62A; SS-3.
-This truly fantastic proof set is comprised of magnificent looking representative of these types. Each piece meticulously engraved with expressive portraits, crisp devices and hard flashy fields. The frosty designs stand out against the reflective surfaces offering a nice cameo effect. The appearance of each piece is further elevated by the gorgeous rich brown patina and beautiful mottled iridescent coloration of cobalt and magenta. These highly attractive special issues seldom appear on the market as individual pieces while complete sets are few and far between. Serious consideration should be given by potential bidders for the opportunity to acquire this EXTREMELY RARE and fabulous set. Accompanying the coins is what appears to be the case of issue, however the top is broken."</blockquote> [[Sarawak]], now a part of Malaysia, was once ruled by a dynasty of white rajahs ending with Charles V. Brooke (ruled 1917-46). James Brooke (r. 1841-68) founded the line but his coinage comprises only half cents and cents of 1863. The region was devastated by Japanese occupation during World War Two, so the rajah abdicated in favor of direct British rule.
+This truly fantastic proof set is comprised of magnificent looking representative of these types. Each piece meticulously engraved with expressive portraits, crisp devices and hard flashy fields. The frosty designs stand out against the reflective surfaces offering a nice cameo effect. The appearance of each piece is further elevated by the gorgeous rich brown patina and beautiful mottled iridescent coloration of cobalt and magenta. These highly attractive special issues seldom appear on the market as individual pieces while complete sets are few and far between. Serious consideration should be given by potential bidders for the opportunity to acquire this EXTREMELY RARE and fabulous set. Accompanying the coins is what appears to be the case of issue, however the top is broken."</blockquote> [[Sarawak]], now a part of Malaysia, was once ruled by a dynasty of white rajahs ending with Charles V. Brooke (ruled 1917-46). James Brooke (r. 1841-68) founded the line but his coinage comprises only quarter cents, half cents and cents of 1863. The region was devastated by Japanese occupation during World War Two, so the rajah abdicated in favor of direct British rule.
 ''Recorded mintage:'' unknown.

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 This specimen was part of lot 51303 in Stack's Bowers Hong Kong auction (Hong Kong, April 2021), which sold for $16,800. The catalog description<sup>[1]</sup> noted, <blockquote>"Fabulous 1863 Proof Set. SARAWAK. Copper Proof Set (3 Pieces), 1863. Heaton Mint. James Brooke. All are NGC Certified.