1719 Half-Guinea – George I

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The 1719 Half-Guinea - George I

Gold milled Half-Guinea dated 1719. Diameter 20.5mm and weighs 4.16g. SCBC: 3635.

The Reverse shows crowned cruciform coats-of-arms with sceptres in the quarters and a Sun in the centre. Legend around with date at top. Legend is "BRVN ET L DVX S R I A TH E T L E L 1719".

The Obverse shows the first Laureate bust of King George I. Legend is "GEORGIVS D G M BR FR ET HIB REX F D".

Image credit: Portable Antiquities Scheme
 
Mintage: Not known
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1719. See Coins and Events of 1719
Monarch/Ruler: George I (1714-1727)
Category: Guineas. See more Guineas coins
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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