SOUTH AFRICA. Ten Piece Proof Set, 1923.Fr-5 & 6; KM-PS1; Hern-P2. Includes: Farthing to Sovereign. The first proof set of South Africa from a mintage of only 655 sets. The silver pieces have an attractive smokey tone which deepens towards the edges and the gold is slightly musty while the blackened bronze pieces are immaculate. The piece with the lowest grade is the 3 Pence in PR 63 and the highest graded is the 1/4 Pence in PR 67. Overall and attractively matched set in terms of eye appeal with many high grade examples. Clearly a set which sat for a prolonged period time undisturbed. All are graded by PCGS in Secure holders. With case of issue.Ex: Stacks Auction May 1-3, 1991, Lot #2567.
