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Tyrants of the Thames
128
GOLD GUINEA 1663
Charles II, Stuart King, 1660-1685
Elephant hallmark beneath the king’s portrait. First Bust, and the first year of issue of this denomination.
An exceptionally beautiful and well-preserved coin, boldly and evenly struck on both sides, with the
distinctive Elephant as sharp as possible. Elegant reddish gold toning.
S-3339. PCGS-graded AU58.
129
GOLD GUINEA 1664
Charles II, Stuart King, 1660-1685
Elephant hallmark beneath the king’s portrait. Second Bust, and the only year showing this portrait
combined with the hallmark. Fully struck, a magnificent coin. One of the great treasures of the Tyrant
Collection.
S-3341. PCGS-graded MS64
130
GOLD GUINEA 1665
Charles II, Stuart King, 1660-1685
Third Bust. A superior coin in all respects, resembling a proof: mirrored luster on each side and fully
struck with a spectacular portrait.
S-3342. NGC-graded SP62.