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Charles II gold "Elephant" 2 Guineas 1664 AU Details (Reverse Graffiti) NGC, KM425.2, S-3334. Elephant below bust. A thoroughly pleasing example of this popular hallmarked issue, the first year of production for the 2 Guinea piece. The elephant below Charles's portrait denotes the origin of specie, imported from Guinea by the Royal African Company. There is something charming about the marking of metal origin on English coins, and the elephant remains perhaps the most iconic of the various hallmarks found on 17th and 18th century British coinage. This piece exhibits minor graffiti to the reverse as is listed on the holder as well as some contact marks, but in general the surface interruptions are very light and hardly detract from the eye appeal. The strike is bold even for this well-produced type, with a light tone cloaking the devices. Hard to obtain in any grade, a scarce denomination with enviable eye appeal.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 3000-5000 USD
Charles II gold "Elephant" 2 Guineas 1664 AU Details (Reverse Graffiti) NGC, KM425.2, S-3334. Elephant below bust. A thoroughly pleasing example of this popular hallmarked issue, the first year of production for the 2 Guinea piece. The elephant below Charles's portrait denotes the origin of specie, imported from Guinea by the Royal African Company. There is something charming about the marking of metal origin on English coins, and the elephant remains perhaps the most iconic of the various hallmarks found on 17th and 18th century British coinage. This piece exhibits minor graffiti to the reverse as is listed on the holder as well as some contact marks, but in general the surface interruptions are very light and hardly detract from the eye appeal. The strike is bold even for this well-produced type, with a light tone cloaking the devices. Hard to obtain in any grade, a scarce denomination with enviable eye appeal.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 3000-5000 USD