William IV (1830-1837), Proof Shilling, 1831, bare head right, block W. W. on truncation, rev. value in wreath, edge plain, 5.68g, 7h (ESC 2488 [1266]; Spink 3835), an evidently early or more probably original 1831 striking with inverted die axes as customary for currency issues of the period, with a striking charcoal-electric blue tone, much as struck, rare This lot is also offered as a group lot in lot 280. Whichever reaches higher hammer price will sell and the other option will be withdrawn. Provenance The Gemini Collection NGC PF63 (Certification #5880299-004) https://www.ngccoin.com/certlookup/5880299-004/63/