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5 Guineas - George I
| Gold (.9167) | 41.9 g | - |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1714-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1716-1726 |
| Value | 5 Guineas (5.25) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 41.9 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#27965 |
|---|---|
| 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·I·R·A·TH ET·EL
·17 16·
Translation: Duke of Brunswick and Lueneburg, Arch Treasurer and Prince Elector of the Holy Roman Empire
Edge
Inscribed with regnal year in words
Lettering: SECVNDO
Comment
The five guineas was 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 - George I 1716-1726 coin is that it was originally worth 5 guilders, which was a significant amount of money at the time. In fact, it was the equivalent of about 1/4 of an ounce of gold, or about $30 in today's money. Despite its value, the coin was widely used in trade and commerce, and many merchants and traders would often keep them in their pockets as a symbol of wealth and status. Today, these coins are highly sought after by collectors and can sell for thousands of dollars at auction.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1716 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1726 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Guineas - George I 1716-1726 coin.
