A spectacular plain-edge Victorian Gothic Crown from 1847 will be the highlight of the Coins and Banknotes Sale at Tennants Auctioneers on 18th November. Widely considered by collectors as one of the Royal Mint's most iconic designs, the Gothic Crown is a highly sought-after, prized piece and is expected to sell for £10,000-12,000 (all figures exclude buyer’s premium). This particular example is a rare variant of an already scarce coin. Struck in nearly pure silver and featuring a plain edge, this type is believed to represent only a small fraction of the 8,000 Gothic crowns produced. The specimen is beautifully toned, with rich iridescent hues, and is in excellent condition, with only the most minimal signs of wear.
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Rare Victoria Gothic Crown Coin Expected to Sell for £10,000
The auction will also feature a fine selection of ancient coins, notably a strong representation of Roman pieces from both the Republican and Imperial periods. A particularly well-struck penny of Edward the Confessor, dating from the 1060s and minted in York, will headline the hammered section with an estimate of £350-450. The turbulent times of the English Civil War and its immediate aftermath are represented in the diverse coinage from that era. Two examples of which are to be offered: a Newark Siege sixpence from 1646 (estimate: £400-600) and an Oliver Cromwell shilling minted in 1658 (estimate: £400-600).
A standout highlight in the milled section is an excellent example of a rare George III ‘Northumberland’ shilling from 1763 (estimate: £600-800). Silver regal coinage was minted sporadically during the second half of the 18th century, and this issue had a relatively low mintage of only 100,000, with only a small proportion likely to have survived in high grade. Additionally, the sale will feature a robust gold section, a commendable range of modern proof issues, and many more intriguing historical coins, encompassing both British and world examples.
