Lot 3985
Great Britain. Sovereign, 1829. S.3801; Fr-377; KM-696. George IV, 1820-1830. Bare head left. Reverse: Crowned arms. NGC graded AU-58.
George IV fell in love wth a Catholic, Maria Anne Fitzherbert. He was forbidden to marry a Catholic by the Act of Settlement of 1701, which declared that any who married a Catholic could not ascend the throne. Thus, he kept their relationship quiet. His father, king George III wanted him to marry Caroline of Brunswick. He refused. His lavish lifestyle brought on considerable debt which he could not pay. His father, agreed to pay off the debt if he would marry Caroline. George IV agreed, married Caroline, and had a terrible time. The two were formally separated one year later.
Estimated Value $750 - 1,000.
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| Realized $1,860 |
