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

             
            Lot 2108Great Britain. Angel, ND. S.2265; Fr-155, Henry VIII, 
            1509-47. First coinage. Michael slaying the dragon. Reverse: 
            Features ship holding shield. A nice portrait and a well struck 
            example. Gold Angels of Henry VIII are very much a continuation from 
            the reign of Henry VII. The main difference is the obverse legend, 
            where Henry VII Angels read HENRIC DEI GRA etc. while Henry VIII 
            issue reads HENRIC VIII (or 8) DI GRA or DG. This is an 
            exceptionally well struck coin which is in mint state. NGC graded 
            MS-62. 
            Estimated Value $2,500-2,800. 

            Provenance: The Cheshire Collection.
             Realized $5,750
             


          








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