1936 New Zealand Edward VIII Fantasy CrownA 1936 Edward VIII fantasy crown from the Pinches set commissioned by Geoffrey Hearn in the 1950s a proof standard silver crown struck with a classic uncrowned portrait of Edward VIII and a native kiwi reverse. This example shows lovely cameo contrast and sharp detail, ideal for specialist collectors of crowns and fantasy issues. Obverse: Uncrowned left facing portrait of King Edward VIII rendered with fine proof detail and strong cameo fields.

a sought-after error for collectors of New Zealand pre‑decimal coinage

offering a tangible piece of minting history and character from mid-20th century New Zealand coinage

Grade gEF indicates the coin shows only light wear with most design elements remaining clear and well defined

Grade aEF indicates About Extremely Fine condition

Grade: Fine

even wear consistent with careful circulation

VF (Very Fine) indicates moderate wear across the highest points with most major details clear and legible

Obverse: Not described to avoid inaccuracy

This 1834 6 Kreuzer from the Duchy of Nassau is an authentic early 19th-century German States silver coin struck during the reign of Duke Wilhelm

A 1679 Twopence from the reign of Charles II

It’s an affordable collectible that reflects a specific era of New Zealand currency design and issuance

This example is graded gEF