Lot 4509
Great Britain. Five Guineas, 1684. S.3331; Fr-281; KM-444.1. Charles II, 1660-1685. Obv: Second laureate bust of King facing right, with rounded truncation. Legend reads: CAROLVS II DEI GRATIA. Toothed border both sides. Reverse:Has inverted die axis and four crowned cruciform shields between which are four sceptres, with four interlinked C's at center, MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX, 1684. Edge has inscription in raised letters: DECVS ET TVTAMEN ANNO REGNI TRICESIMO SEXTO. Usually a softly struck denomination and type which exhibits areas of weakness, this piece is a well struck specimen with superb prooflike fields and an abundance of original luster. A quite remarkable coin which will be appreciated by the most discerning collector. NGC graded AU-58.
The Five Guinea piece is one of the most stunning machine struck coins ever produced. Introduced in 1668, this remained Britain's most important denomination until 1820 when it was replaced by the Five Pound piece in the great recoinage of George III. The obverse and reverse of the Charles II Five Guinea was designed by John Roettier (1631-1700) one of Britain's greatest numismatic engravers. The raised edge inscription is not to be found on any of the smaller British gold coins during this and later periods. 1684 is the final date in the Five Guinea series of this reign, and was probably one of the last gold coins produced before the King died on 6th February 1685. This piece has a catalogue value of 8500 British Pounds in XF (around $16,500). There is no catalogue price for higher grades.
Estimated Value $15,000 - 18,000.
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