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Sale 31: The Pre-Long Beach Auction May 30 - June 1, 2005
             

             
            Lot 2094Great Britain. Noble, ND. S.1657; Fr-100. Richard II, 
            1377-1399. Ruler in ship. Reverse: Ornamental cross. This rare 
            variety of Noble (featuring a lis on the rudder of the ship and a 
            trefoil by the King Richard's shield) is of a slightly finer style 
            than the last piece. With a Spink catalogue 2005 price of 1850 
            British Pounds (around $3500) in very fine grade (no price given for 
            a higher grade) this is an exceptionally rare coin in mint state. 
            Nicely struck, light old toning and an exceptional portrait of the 
            King. NGC graded MS-64. 
            Estimated Value $3,500-4,000. 

            Provenance: The Cheshire Collection.
             Realized $4,500
             


          








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