Great Britain 1937 Proof Set

Denominations & Specs: Crown (Diameter: 38.61 mm, Thickness: 3 mm) Half Crown (Diameter: 32.3 mm, Thickness: 2.3 mm) Florin (Diameter: 28.5 mm, Thickness: 2 mm) Scottish Shilling (Diameter: 23.5 mm, Thickness: 1.7 mm) English Shilling (Diameter: 23.5 mm, Thickness: 1.7 mm) Sixpence (Diameter: 19.41 mm, Thickness: 1.5 mm) Silver Threepence (Diameter: 16.3 mm, Thickness: 1.1 mm) Brass Threepence (12-sided; Diameter: 21 mm, Thickness: 2.5 mm) Penny (Diameter: 30.8 mm, Thickness: 1.6 mm) Half Penny (Diameter: 25.5 mm, Thickness: 1.3 mm) Farthing (Diameter: 20.2 mm, Thickness: 1 mm)

Description & History: This 1937 Great Britain proof coin set was issued to commemorate the coronation of King George VI, marking a significant royal transition. Minted by the Royal Mint, these proof coins are renowned for their exceptional detail, sharpness, and mirror-like surfaces, making them highly collectible. The set includes both silver and bronze coins, notably featuring a large Crown and the distinctive 12-sided brass Threepence, a design first introduced in this year. This set remains highly desirable among collectors, given its historical significance and rarity, especially preserved in its original Royal Mint velvet-lined case.

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• Year: 1937
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• Grade: Ungraded