Lot 2099
Great Britain. Five Guineas, 1748. S.3666; Fr-334. George II. Old laureate bust left. Legend reads GEORGIVS.II.DEI.GRATIA. Reverse Crowned quartered shield of arms. Edge inscription in raised letters DECVS.ET.TVTAMEN.ANNO.REGNI.VICESIMO.SECVNDO. It is rare to find a George II Five Guineas which has seen no circulation. This specimen radiates original mint luster and has a great prooflike quality, all detail is sharply defined. A rare coin in any grade, this is an exceptional example. Catalogue value £9500 ($19,000) in XF, it is unpriced in higher grades. NGC graded MS-62.
Estimated Value $22,500 - 25,000.
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| Realized $29,900 |
