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5 Guineas - Anne
| Gold (.9167) | 41.9 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Anne (1707-1714) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1711-1714 |
| Value | 5 Guineas (5.25) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 41.9 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#80825 |
|---|---|
| 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: MAG - BRI • FR ET • HIB - REG • 17 13
Translation: Queen of Great Britain France and Ireland
Edge
Inscribed with regnal year in words
Lettering: DVODECIMO
Comment
The five guineas was valued at 107 shillings 6 pence (£5 7s 6d) between 1698 and 1717, when it was devalued to 105 shillings (£5 5s). These coins were struck at 8.9 to the pound troy, giving a standard weight of 1 31/89 troy ounce (647.2 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Guineas - Anne 1711-1714 coin is that it was originally worth 5 pounds sterling, but due to the high value of gold, it is now worth significantly more. In fact, in today's market, the gold content alone is worth over 1,000 pounds sterling.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1713 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Guineas - Anne 1711-1714 coin.
