KM702, S-3797, L&S-27, Marsh-F6, W&R-213 (R3), Fr-373. Lettered edge. By William Wyon after Chantrey, reverse by Jean-Baptiste Merlen. Mintage: A mere 150 pieces. Always a privilege to handle this extraordinary rarity as the largest inclusion in George IV's mid-reign Proof set. One that always incites enthusiastic emotions when seen in such an advanced state of preservation. Sensitively rendered by the skilled hand of Britain's most famous engraver, William Wyon, and among his earlier works in a long and illustrious career at the Mint. Broadcasting a full deep cameo frosting that elevates precisely articulated devices above watery pondlike golden expanses, the piece at hand remains fully deserving of its "Deep Cameo" superlative. We've only been privileged to have ever handled two other example in over 38 years, that were much lower graded. This specific piece is one the finest and aesthetically gorgeous examples in existence.
