© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Guinea - George I 3rd portrait
| Gold (.9167) | 8.4 g | - |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1714-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1715-1716 |
| Value | 1 Guinea (21⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 8.4 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#84852 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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 • L • DVX S • R • I • A • TH ET • EL • 17 15
Unabridged legend: Brunsviciensis Et Luneburgen-sis Dux Sacri Romani Imperii Archi-Thesaurarius Et Elector
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 1 Guinea - George I (3rd portrait) 1715-1716 coin is that it was the first coin to feature the iconic design of the George and the Dragon, which has been a symbol of the United Kingdom's monarchy for centuries. The design depicts King George I on horseback, with a sword in hand, fighting a dragon. This image has become synonymous with British culture and has been featured on various coins and currency throughout history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1715 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Guinea - George I (3rd portrait) 1715-1716 coin.
