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GOLD 2-GUINEAS 1739
George II, Hanover King, 1727-1760
Older Intermediate Bust. Exceptionally fine with a bold strike and intense luster.
S-3668. PCGS-graded MS63+.
182
GOLD 2-GUINEAS 1753
George II, Hanover King, 1727-1760
Old Bust. Very scarce type. Difficult to locate with luster, this example having slight yet evident wear
from commerce on obverse but a particularly bold reverse and choice surfaces, golden amber in ap-
pearance.
S-3669. PCGS-graded AU55.
183
PATTERN PROOF GOLD GUINEA 1727
George II, Hanover King, 1727-1760
Plain edge. First Young Bust, struck on a slightly smaller and thicker flan. An extremely rare pattern. Full
impression of the dies, perfectly centered, reddish gold toning on both sides.
WR-70 (R4). PCGS-graded PR64.