Victoria (1837-1901). Essai de la couronne, tranche lisse, par William Wyon, Flan bruni (PROOF) 1845, Londres.

GREAT BRITAIN Victoria (1837-1901). Crown pattern, smooth edge, by William Wyon, Proof 1845, London.
Obv. VICTORIA DEI GRATIA. Diademed bust facing left ; signature W. WYON RA.
Rev. * BRITANNIARUM - REGINA FID: DEF: *. In a two laurel branches crown, crowned shield.
S.- (3882 type) - Bull 2656 - Esc.- ; Silver - 37 mm - 12h.
Top Pop : this is the highest graded example !
NGC PF64. Proof. With smooth edge and medal alignment. Very rare date, slightly different from the 1844 patterns. With a collector’s patina and slightly satin reliefs.