Watch List notes:

George II (1727-60), gold Two Guineas, 1740, 40 struck over 39, laureate head left, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, GEORGIVS. II. DEI. GRATIA., rev. crowned quartered shield of arms, incorporating the Arms of Hanover, date either side of crown, M.B.F. ET. HIB. REX. F.D. B. ET. L. D. S.R.I.A.T. ET. E., edge curved chevron graining, weight 16.71g (Schneider 577 obv. 8/ rev. 8 edge B; MCE 294; S.3668). Slight surface marks both sides, with some flecking, toned, almost very fine.

The total output of gold in the calendar year of 1740 at the Mint was £196,245 of which the largest denomination was the gold Two Guineas as we have herewith.

Provenance:
Ex Spink Coin Auction, 24th September 2008, lot 1003.