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1 Guinea - George III Pattern
1791 year| Gold (.9167) | 7.94 g | - |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1791 |
| Value | 1 Guinea (21⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 7.94 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#16846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and quartered, spade-shaped shield of arms, legend around on broad, raised rim, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M·B·F·ET·H·REX·F·D·B·ET·L·D·S·R·I·A·T·ET·E
·1791·
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
Engraver: Thomas Wyon the Younger
Edge
Plain
Comment
https://www.acsearch.info/search.html?id=4086060Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Guinea - George III (Pattern) 1791 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by renowned artist and engraver, William Wyon. Wyon was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and his work can be seen on many coins from the Royal Mint. The Pattern 1 Guinea coin features a detailed portrait of King George III, showcasing Wyon's exceptional skill in capturing the subtleties of the human form. This coin is a testament to Wyon's artistic talent and his contributions to the world of numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1791 | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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