Lot 247: The London Mint Office Penny Black 170th Anniversary Stamp and Gold Coin Set
Sold for: £180
A commemorative numismatic and philatelic set issued by The London Mint Office. The set features an original 1840 Penny Black postage stamp and a companion gold coin housed in a polished wooden presentation case. The gold coin is an Isle of Man 1/25 Crown commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Penny Black (1840–1990). The obverse of the coin depicts a stylized version of the Penny Black postage stamp, showing the profile of Queen Victoria, with the circular legends 150th ANNIVERSARY, PENNY BLACK, POSTAGE, ONE PENNY, and 1/25 CROWN. The coin shows a struck fineness of 1/25 CROWN. The accompanying 1840 Penny Black postage stamp features the corner check letters B and C and bears a red Maltese Cross cancellation mark. The set includes a printed booklet titled THE PENNY BLACK 170TH ANNIVERSARY STAMP AND GOLD COIN SET and a Certificate of Authenticity under the logo of THE LONDON MINT OFFICE.
Condition report:
The gold coin is in uncirculated condition with strong lustre and no visible contact marks. The 1840 Penny Black postage stamp shows typical age-related toning to the paper; it is cut with four margins, though the upper margin is narrow. The stamp bears a clear red Maltese Cross cancellation. The wooden presentation case, certificate, and descriptive booklet are all present and show no signs of significant wear or handling damage.
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