*Incredible* 1898 Sammy Marks 1P MS63RD

Own a piece of South African history. The famous and influential Sammy Marks, best known for the world-famous Sammy Marks Tickey, ordered 240 1898 pennies for his private collection. These coins were preserved in their original packaging, and Marks declared in his will in 1908 that the coins were not to be sold for 100 years. In 2008 these pennies were removed from their packaging for the first time.

The stunning coin for sale is graded by NGC at MS63RD, meaning it is a mint state coin with its original copper red luster still intact. Over time copper coins will typically lose their original red colour and eventually develop a brown patina. Due to the exceptional preservation of this coin, its red luster is still on full display, making it a remarkable addition to any collection.

Catalogue Number: KM2, Hern Z4

Composition: Copper

Diameter: 30.80mm

Mass: 9.45gm

Thickness: 1.98mm

Edge: Smooth

Mintage: 240 (for Sammy Marks penny)

Obverse design: Otto Schultz. The obverse features the portrait of President Paul Kruger inside the inscription ZUID AFRIK. REPUBLIEK.

Reverse design: Otto Schultz. The reverse features the inner portion of the Coat of Arms, circular. Along the top half of the coin is the inscription 1 PENNY and the date, with a star before and after the date.

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Available for collection in Centurion. Domestic shipping via The Courier Guy or Postnet.

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