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George I gold 5 Guineas 1726 AU53 NGC, KM547, Fr-325, S-3626, Schneider-542. TERTIO edge. Conditionally impressive for the type, and certainly at the upper end of surviving examples in the 5 Guinea series of George I's reign, most having seen heavier circulation and often experiencing some combination of other issues and heavy-handed treatment. No such flaws exist over the surfaces of this selection, which retains a mint-fresh glistening luster throughout its fields, tinged in lilac, soft champagne, and fiery red, all intermingled to striking visual impact. Faint rub exists at the more exposed points, such as George's cheek, yet even there, blends in admirably with the surrounding features, while the King's hair curls and laureate wreath, the legends, and the reverse shield and scepter motifs remain sharp to a degree that is easily consistent with a higher certified grade. We expect spirited bidding for this strong offering of an undeniably popular issue, one that thus far has seen no examples certified in Mint State condition across either NGC or PCGS.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/great-britain-george-i-gold-5-guineas-1726-au53-ngc-/a/3096-30311.s?type=CoinArchives3096
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 20000-30000 USD
George I gold 5 Guineas 1726 AU53 NGC, KM547, Fr-325, S-3626, Schneider-542. TERTIO edge. Conditionally impressive for the type, and certainly at the upper end of surviving examples in the 5 Guinea series of George I's reign, most having seen heavier circulation and often experiencing some combination of other issues and heavy-handed treatment. No such flaws exist over the surfaces of this selection, which retains a mint-fresh glistening luster throughout its fields, tinged in lilac, soft champagne, and fiery red, all intermingled to striking visual impact. Faint rub exists at the more exposed points, such as George's cheek, yet even there, blends in admirably with the surrounding features, while the King's hair curls and laureate wreath, the legends, and the reverse shield and scepter motifs remain sharp to a degree that is easily consistent with a higher certified grade. We expect spirited bidding for this strong offering of an undeniably popular issue, one that thus far has seen no examples certified in Mint State condition across either NGC or PCGS.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/great-britain-george-i-gold-5-guineas-1726-au53-ngc-/a/3096-30311.s?type=CoinArchives3096
HID02906262019
© 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 20000-30000 USD