History/Background Information: Described by Hern as salesman samples, most likely struck to solicit business as patterns for coinage to be used in the ZAR and specifically the Transvaal. Dated 1890.

Certification: SP65RB  (Gem Proof - Red Brown) - Finest Known

Condition Notes: An incredibly crafted pattern piece. Fields fully reflective and endowed with rich characteristics. Colorfully toned with a wide variety of hues. A very impressive piece. 

Mintage: 100 (Estimated)
 
POP Statistics: 1 in SP65 with none finer (PCGS Stats)

Reference: Hern T27