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2 Guineas - George I
| Gold (.9167) | 16.8 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1714-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1717-1726 |
| Value | 2 Guineas (2.1) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 16.8 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13084 |
|---|---|
| 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 20·
Translation: Duke of Brunswick and Lueneburg, Arch Treasurer and Prince Elector of the Holy Roman Empire
Engraver: Johann Ochs
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The two guineas was struck at 22¼ to the pound troy, giving a standard weight of 48/89 troy ounce (258.9 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Guineas - George I 1717-1726 coin is that it was originally designed to be worth two guilders, which was a unit of currency used in the Netherlands at the time. The coin was later adopted by the British Royal Mint and became a standard circulation coin in the United Kingdom. Despite being made of gold, the coin was not widely accepted in trade due to its high value and was often used as a collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1726 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Guineas - George I 1717-1726 coin.
