Description: This is a rare 1879 error minted Penny, first auction reference London coins auction 152 # 2434 . A large piece of metal has wedged on the die creating an indent then fallen off. A rare group of around 10 known examples are known. I have presented the finding of a study to Michael Gouby who notes how surprising it is that no references to it are made in texts. Perhaps because at the time only one was known. The form of the "SPACE SHUTTLE " resembles far too closely the top of the lighthouse itself and i wonder is a damaged planchet or perhaps a lamination error has sheared off, however the bronze should not have had the ability to alter the steel die to create the negative hole in the die. All that I have show the exact same shape and form of the metal. anyone wishes to use these images for any research or other websites I would politely ask you to mention this : " courtesy of www.madaboutart.org charity" I am happy to lend my support to others but the biggest value in finding and listing these rarities is that they improve communication between collectors. Whilst listed on a public site the images are still my intellectual property. Please respect the ambition to highlight the charities purposes via the collection. If you wish to purchase the item then you can use your images. Many thanks. It takes 1 minute to communicate and yes I am sure permission will be given. Thanks
Price: 89 GBP
Location: DURHAM
End Time: 2024-12-03T09:50:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: 24.79 GBP
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Denomination: Penny
Year of Issue: 1879
Era: Victoria (1837-1901)
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Country of Origin: England
