Great Britain
James II gold 1/2 Guinea 1686 AU58 NGC, KM458.1, S-3404. First laureate bust. An unlikely and adorable survivor from the tumultuous reign of the ill-fated King. Admitting gentle high point friction to his curls, nonetheless the visual allure of this shimmering, honeyed piece is undeniable. Presently the finest graded in the NGC census and worthy of consideration from quality-minded collectors of the half Guinea series.
Ex. Sincona Auction 75 (May 2022, Lot 153); Seaby Coin and Medal Bulletin, London (January 1988, Lot GG278)
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