| Description |
Colony of New York February 16, 1771 5 Shillings Contemporary Counterfeit . Fr. NY-161CF. PCGS Very Good 10 Apparent. A contemporary counterfeit of the previous Gallaudet and Gaine printed type. "V. Shillings." is perpendicular at lower left, "V.S." is horizontal to the left of the Arms, and "5s" is above the counterfeit warning "Splits, Tears, and Repairs; Stains; Small Holes" are noted by grading. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20389, realized $264. |
