Listed but unconfirmed 1911 6d

[Gary D]

I wasn't sure if to list this one here or as a 'NEWP of the week'. I managed to pick this one up during the week from ebay so was not complete sure of its type until it arrived yesterday. I was very pleased to find that my interpretation was correct, the photos on ebay are often not the best medium for identifying small variations in alignment.

Anyway this one is an unconfirmed Davies 1861, Odv 1 Rev B (shallow neck).

In the hand the coin is heavily toned and I would grade EF possibly slightly better, there is a slight flattening to George's ear and a bit of shine to the lions nose and the bar of the jewel in the centre of the crown. As to value, would anyone like to make a guess. Davies unfortunately doesn't give an indication of rareties but he does give the 1+A a x8 premium in value over the common 2+B so it would be nice to think that the 1+B would enjoy a greater premium.

I suppose it must be worth the £11.99 I paid for it.

[Hussulo]

Nice coin Gary,

You haven't pictures of a normal 1911 6d for comparison by any chance?

[DaveG38]

Nice coin Gary,

You haven't pictures of a normal 1911 6d for comparison by any chance?

Nice coin, but to me this looks like Obv 1 Rev A. Obv 1 has the I of BRITT pointing to a bead, whilst Rev A has the I of FID pointing to a space. These seem to be the conclusions from the pointings of this coin. However, it could be that the pointing isn't absolutely clear from the photos. Info by the way from the 'Micheal Coins' web site.

[Gary D]

Nice coin Gary,

You haven't pictures of a normal 1911 6d for comparison by any chance?

Nice coin, but to me this looks like Obv 1 Rev A. Obv 1 has the I of BRITT pointing to a bead, whilst Rev A has the I of FID pointing to a space. These seem to be the conclusions from the pointings of this coin. However, it could be that the pointing isn't absolutely clear from the photos. Info by the way from the 'Micheal Coins' web site.

Mmm your right it is 1+A, I've got my : and I confused. Michael Goulby uses I to space / bead and Davies : after FID to space / bead. Oh well never mind 1+A is still as rare as hens teeth and must be worth £100+

[DaveG38]

Nice coin Gary,

You haven't pictures of a normal 1911 6d for comparison by any chance?

Nice coin, but to me this looks like Obv 1 Rev A. Obv 1 has the I of BRITT pointing to a bead, whilst Rev A has the I of FID pointing to a space. These seem to be the conclusions from the pointings of this coin. However, it could be that the pointing isn't absolutely clear from the photos. Info by the way from the 'Micheal Coins' web site.

Mmm your right it is 1+A, I've got my : and I confused. Michael Goulby uses I to space / bead and Davies : after FID to space / bead. Oh well never mind 1+A is still as rare as hens teeth and must be worth £100+

Gary,

Sorry to have pointed out the error, but as you say, still a very nice coin and pretty rare, so a good deal.

A bit of a cheek I know, but would you object to my making use of the photographs you posted in something I am currently thinking of putting together. That sounds a bit mysterious I know, but until I am sure I want to undertake this task, I would rather not commit myself on paper or screen! Until I am sure, I am just collecting material in the meantime, just in case. If you are not agreeable I quite understand.

[Gary D]

Nice coin Gary,

You haven't pictures of a normal 1911 6d for comparison by any chance?

Nice coin, but to me this looks like Obv 1 Rev A. Obv 1 has the I of BRITT pointing to a bead, whilst Rev A has the I of FID pointing to a space. These seem to be the conclusions from the pointings of this coin. However, it could be that the pointing isn't absolutely clear from the photos. Info by the way from the 'Micheal Coins' web site.

Mmm your right it is 1+A, I've got my : and I confused. Michael Goulby uses I to space / bead and Davies : after FID to space / bead. Oh well never mind 1+A is still as rare as hens teeth and must be worth £100+

Gary,

Sorry to have pointed out the error, but as you say, still a very nice coin and pretty rare, so a good deal.

A bit of a cheek I know, but would you object to my making use of the photographs you posted in something I am currently thinking of putting together. That sounds a bit mysterious I know, but until I am sure I want to undertake this task, I would rather not commit myself on paper or screen! Until I am sure, I am just collecting material in the meantime, just in case. If you are not agreeable I quite understand.

No problem, just let me know which ones in case they aren't mine like the 1911 which I lifted from the ebay aution to save time. I can photograph anything I have if it would help.