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1781 Counterfeit George III British Halfpenny, Newman 40-81A, another. 150.4 grains.

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1781 Counterfeit George III British Halfpenny, Newman 40-81A, another. 150.4 grains.
1781 Counterfeit George III British Halfpenny, Newman 40-81A, another. 150.4 grains.Choice Extremely Fine, a very sharp coin and of full regal weight range, and is probably one of the top three known for the variety, though not as spectacular as the above example. Boldly struck, and actually showing better since it does not have the planchet striae found on that coin. This is actually the PLATE COIN for both the obverse and reverse dies in the counterfeit book – though the above coin was in better condition, the authors generally tried to plate the example that showed the most detail, which would make attributions easier for new collectors. Rich, dark brown, either side with swaths of a darker color which can be seen on the plate – this appears to all be raised above the surface, and does not appear to be active verdigris that would damage the coin, and the overall look is choice. No marks from circulation stand out, though a glass will pick up an ancient hairline scratch on the obverse armor into the king’s neck – but you do really need a glass to notice it. Having this and the above coin side-by-side, it might be difficult to decide which you liked more – which is likely why Neil kept both. The Uncirculated Ringo coin is certainly an amazing grade level, especially for this series, while this one is both the plate coin in the counterfeit book, and sharper overall. Newman chose to use his own example for the plate coin for the variety, which was certainly a grade lower than this. A rare opportunity to be “spoilt for choice” for this variety!
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