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This lot comprises twelve British banknote commemorative medallions issued by the Windsor Mint in 2017. Each piece is struck in gold-plated copper with a proof finish, weighing 54 grams with a diameter of 50 millimetres. The obverse designs feature historical figures and motifs including Charles Darwin, William Shakespeare, George Stephenson, Boulton and Watt, and Britannia, each overlaid with a small colourised adhesive sticker depicting various historical denominations such as the one thousand pound and ten shilling notes. The reverse of each medallion displays a central seated figure of Britannia within an ornate border inscribed BRITISH BANKNOTES. The collection is accompanied by a Certificate of Ownership numbered Z0420, a Certificate of Authenticity numbered 00398, and a technical information leaflet stating a worldwide limitation of 9,999 sets. The medallions are housed in clear acrylic protective capsules within a blue velvet-lined wooden presentation case.
Condition report:
The medallions appear in uncirculated condition with no visible surface marks or oxidation within the protective capsules (photo 1). The wooden presentation case shows light surface dust and minor external scuffing (photo 1). The accompanying paper certificates and technical leaflet exhibit minor handling wear, light creasing, and faint soiling to the edges (photo 5 and 6).
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