Lot 227: UK 1993 Silver Proof Piedfort One Pound Coin
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A 1993 United Kingdom one pound coin, struck in .925 sterling silver to a piedfort proof standard. The obverse features the Raphael Maklouf portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, with the legend ELIZABETH II D G REG F D 1993. The reverse depicts the Royal Arms as designed by Eric Sewell, with the denomination ONE POUND inscribed below. This piedfort issue is double the thickness of a standard silver proof coin. The piece is presented in its original Royal Mint red leatherette case, featuring a cream satin-lined lid and a black velvet-lined base. The interior lid is printed with a crowned shield logo and the words ROYAL MINT in a banner. An accompanying cream card certificate is printed with 1993 UNITED KINGDOM SILVER PROOF PIEDFORT ONE POUND COIN CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
Condition report:
The coin\'s obverse and reverse both display a deep mirror-finish proof strike with no visible contact marks, toning, or environmental degradation. The coin is housed in a clear protective plastic capsule within its original presentation case, which remains in excellent condition with no visible scuffs or fraying to the lining.
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