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

             
            Lot 2100Great Britain. Henry VI (1422-61) silver Groat. S-1836. 
            Annulet to each side of the king's chin. Calais mint. A common type 
            in stunning condition. NGC grade indicates just a hint of rub on the 
            high points. In addition, this coin sports gorgeous medieval gray 
            toning and a bold strike with the portrait as detailed as exists, 
            the long reverse cross almost ridged it's so bold, and most of the 
            legends in high relief. The cataloguer has seen one or two strictly 
            MS pieces, but none finer in eye appeal or strike than this fabulous 
            example of its type. NGC graded AU-58. 
            Estimated Value $375-425. 

            Provenance: The Cheshire Collection.
             Realized $575
             


          








Courtesy Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers, Beverly Hills, CA. www.goldbergcoins.com