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Rev. A proof. anyone seen rev. B proof?

Don't forget the Young Head and there are some variations in date width, however I'm not sure these would really qualify as a variety. As for proofs, I remain unconvinced, as early strikes with good preservation are akin to a "prooflike" appearance. Given the existence of commemorative sets for 1887, it wouldn't be out of the realms of possibiility, however I am yest to see anything that thoroughly convinces me for the common shillling. there are certainly other 1887 coins which would meet the criteria, so I am keeping an open mind and watching carefully. I wish I had the time and nearby location so that I could hear it all!! She's a lucky young lady, Attached for the fun of it are some pics of my most photogenic shillings (a,b and c), however they were unfortunately mistreated before arriving with me.

Looks like a classic Rev. B unless you have other information. Of course it comes in proof as well......... or does it? When you say "we did the sixpences" what were your conclusions? I have worked on an analysis of over 2000 and I don't know of anyone who has come up with anything in the statistical form of pie charts, and statistics that I could talk to. The only other person that has heard it all is my grand daughter and since it sends her to sleep ................the floor is open.

The number of strings varies as they were entered separately. This is one of the pitfalls of references when they go into detail because the assumption of many is that it provides a true and full picture - something they manifestly do not. I don't know whether this is a common variant or not, so can only suggest locating as many images of the coin you can and work out the answer yourself. The old ESC was full of holes, and the new one has expanded on this considerably, but the number of holes has also increased to take account of this extra information. At the end of the day, you have to take what is written on board, but always keep an open mind so that when you spot an inconsistency you investigate and customise your reference to reflect the updated information.

I was going to suggest toothpick holder! So I take a bow to the pomander guys.