1852 Type II Adelaide Pound

Due to the low die pressure used in striking many Type II Adelaide Pounds—aimed at preventing further die cracking—a significant number of these historically significant coins exhibit weak strikes. As a result, coins with strong, well-defined details are highly sought after and command a premium. The present coin is one such example, featuring crisp definition in the crown, date, and legend. Previously sold by a Melbourne coin dealer, who described it as Uncirculated.