Great Britain: Edward IV (Second Reign, 1471-83) gold Angel ND (1473-7) MS63 NGC,...

Description

Edward IV (Second Reign, 1471-83) gold Angel ND (1473-7) MS63 NGC, 5.14g, S-2091, N-1626. Cross and four pellets mm. A truly wonderful example, one of the nicest that the cataloguer has seen; just six examples of the type have received a Mint State certification from either PCGS or NGC, only two of which are graded higher than the present specimen. Made of 23ct gold, the face value of an Angel was 6 Shillings and 8 Pence, one third of a Pound, the same as the Noble which it replaced. This example has been especially well made; St. Michael's face and every feather on his body (changed to armour in later issues, to make him appear more human) crisply struck, the flan perfectly round and centered. Pale, subdued luster illuminates the bold devices, the entire planchet a bold goldenrod with darker mustard highlights to the raised elements. Superior in all respects, an elite offering of the ever-popular Angel.

Metal: Gold
Diameter: 28mm

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