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2 Pounds - George III Pattern
1820 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1820 |
| Value | 2 Pounds |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#171164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, engraver's initials in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: B.P.
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Inscribed
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Pounds - George III (Pattern) 1820 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by the famous Italian engraver, Benedetto Pistrucci. Pistrucci was known for his exceptional skill in die-engraving and his designs were highly sought after by collectors. The coin's design features a crowned and robed George III, facing right, with a shield bearing the royal arms and a laurel wreath surrounding his head. The reverse side of the coin depicts a crowned shield with the royal arms and a laurel wreath, surrounded by a legend that reads, "GEORGIUS III DEI GRATIA 1820." This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few known examples remaining in existence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1820 | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pounds - George III (Pattern) 1820 coin.
