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5 Guineas - George II Older portrait
| Gold (.9167) | 41.9 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George II (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1746-1753 |
| 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 | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered shield of arms, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: M·B·F·ET·H·REX·F·D·B·ET·L·D·S·R·I·A·T·ET·E·17 46·
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: John Croker
Edge
Inscribed with regnal year in words
Lettering: D. NONO
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).1746 LIMA issue struck from gold seized at Lima, Peru.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Guineas - George II (Older portrait) coin is that it was used as a means of payment for the purchase of goods and services, but it was also seen as a symbol of wealth and status. The coin's high gold content and intricate design made it a sought-after collector's item, and it was often used as a gift or reward for special occasions. Additionally, the coin's value was equivalent to five guineas, which was a significant amount of money at the time, making it a valuable and sought-after coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1746 LIMA | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1748 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1753 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Guineas - George II (Older portrait) 1746-1753 coin.
