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1 Guinea - George II Pattern
1727 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George II (1727-1760) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1727 |
| Value | 1 Guinea (21⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117281 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered shield of arms on ornate scroll, legend and date around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: M·B·F·ET·H·REX·F·D·B·ET·L·D·S·R·I·A·T·ET·E·17 27·
Translation: King of Great Britain, France and Ireland, Defender of the Faith, Duke of Brunswick and Lueneburg, Arch Treasurer and Elector of the Holy Roman Empire
Edge
Plain
Comment
WR-70 (R4), Montagu-303, Murdoch-78, Douglas-Morris-41Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Guinea - George II (Pattern) 1727 from United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Gold is that it was designed by the famous English engraver and artist, John Croker. He was known for his detailed and intricate designs, and his work on the Pattern 1 Guinea coin is considered one of his finest achievements. The coin features a portrait of King George II on one side and a depiction of the crowned arms of the United Kingdom on the other, both of which were designed by Croker. The coin was minted in 1727 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or sample coin. It is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists.
