Description
IRELAND
George III (1760–1820). Penny, edge with central oblique grooves, burnished blank (PROOF) 1805, Soho, Birmingham.
Obverse: GEORGIUS III; Reverse: G. REX. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust facing right; below, signature K.
Reverse: HIBERNIA / (date). The crowned Irish harp.
S.6620 v.; Bronzed copper – 34 mm – 6 h
This is the second-highest grade (2)!
NGC PF 64 BN (2183762-022).
Burnished proof flan. The edge features a central oblique groove. Only minimal marks, including small spots on the reverse. With a shiny brown patina. Almost proof.
The harp has been recognised as a symbol of the island of Ireland since the 13th century and first appeared on Anglo-Irish coins in 1536, during the reign of Henry VIII. It forms the third quarter of the royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom
* Pursuant to Council Directive (EU) 2022/542 of 5 April 2022, which comes into force in national law on 1 January 2025, buyers from within the EU are required to pay 5.5% VAT on the hammer price of this lot.
* Pursuant to Council Directive (EU) 2022/542 of 5 April 2022, which comes into force in national law on 1 January 2025, successful bidders from the EU will also be required to pay 5.5% VAT on this lot
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