Great Britain: Charles I gold Triple Unite 1642 AU Details (Edge Filing) NGC,...

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Expansive Triple Unite of 1642

Charles I gold Triple Unite 1642 AU Details (Edge Filing) NGC, Oxford mint, S-2724, N-2381, Brooker-832. 27.09gm. Obv. (plumes) CAROLVS D G MAG BRIT FRAN ET HI REX crowned and armored bust left, holding sword and branch; plumes to right. Rev. EXVRGAT DEVS DISSIPENTVR INIMICI, the Declaration, in three lines: RELIG PROT LEG ANG LIBER PAR; above, III (mark of value) and three plumes; date below. Five pellets in left legend. A relic of the English Civil War that proclaims the king's allegiance to Protestantism, the laws of England, and the liberty of Parliament, and a veritable unicorn for gold trophy hunters. Displaying the tell-tale doubling, and even tripling, of a hammered strike, this brilliant piece retains full legibility and a refined crispness to the devices. A dash of amber toning positions itself on the reverse, further enhancing the visual appeal of this historical objet d'art. The Triple Unite is the largest hammered gold piece in all of British numismatics and certainly worthy of a premium bid.

Ex. Spink Auction 1012 (December 2010, Lot 947)

The Peh Family Collection, Part IV

Metal: Gold
Diameter: 46mm

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