Lot 2227
Great Britain. 5 Guineas, 1692. S.3422; Fr-299. William and Mary, 1688-1694. 7 strings to harp, 11 pellets by lion. Mary Stuart was the daughter of James II and married William III as part of Charles II's foreign policy. William and Mary reigned jointly from 1688 until her death from smallpox at the untimely age of 32 in 1694. The Five Guineas was the largest of their gold coins and featured the conjoined busts of the two monarchs, as this was the only time in British history that joint monarchs' portraits appeared on currency. All William and Mary coins are rare in high grade and this superb piece is no exception, with a pleasant red tone. NGC graded MS-61.
Estimated Value $15,000 - 18,000.
The Cheshire Collection.
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| Realized $14,950 |
