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1 Guinea - George I 1st portrait
1714 year| Gold (.9167) | 8.4 g | 25.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1714-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1714 |
| Value | 1 Guinea (21⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 8.4 g |
| Diameter | 25.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#27964 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Garter star with sceptres bearing national emblems in angles, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRVN·ET LVN·DVX S·R·I·A·TH ET·PR·EL
·17 14·
Translation: Duke of Brunswick and Lueneburg Arch-Treasurer and Prince Elector of the Holy Roman Empire
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The guinea was valued at 21 shillings 6 pence between 1698 and 1717, when it was devalued to 21 shillings. These coins were struck at 44½ to the pound troy, giving a standard weight of 24/89 troy ounce (129.4 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1714 George I 1 Guinea coin is that it was the first coin to feature the iconic "Britannia" design on its reverse side, which has since become a symbol of British currency and a popular image on coins and other collectibles.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1714 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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