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Lot 267:
Description
A collection of coins issued by the Royal Mint as the United Kingdom Proof Coin Collection for 1986. The set comprises denominations including a gold-coloured commemorative 2 pounds coin with a thistle and wreath reverse, a gold-coloured 1 pound coin, a silver-coloured 50 pence, a silver-coloured 20 pence, a silver-coloured 10 pence, a silver-coloured 5 pence, a copper-coloured 2 pence, and a copper-coloured 1 penny. The coins feature reverse designs including Britannia on the 50 pence, a crowned rose on the 20 pence, a crowned lion on the 10 pence, a crowned thistle on the 5 pence, the Prince of Wales feathers on the 2 pence, and a crowned portcullis on the 1 penny. The coins are struck to proof standard with mirrored fields and frosted relief. The set is housed in a clear plastic case within a dark blue presentation folder and includes a rectangular plaque inscribed Elizabeth R 1986 and an official Royal Mint certificate of authenticity. This set is notable as the first annual proof collection to include a commemorative 2 pounds coin.
Condition report:
The coins are in as-issued condition, exhibiting mirrored fields and frosted relief with no visible toning, spots, or handling marks. The protective case and presentation folder show minimal signs of shelf wear.
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