1834 William IV sixpence - reverse and deformed obverse (IMAGE)

IA STUDIO

1834 William IV sixpence - reverse and deformed obverse

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Reverse (left) and severely deformed obverse (right) of the 1834 William IV silver sixpence investigated in the study. Non-destructive materials analysis found deformation most consistent with an unusual mint stage striking anomaly.

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A. Ikraam / IA STUDIO

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