Five Guineas: George II (obverse); Shield of Arms (reverse)
Gold coin with two sides. Left side shows a man's head in profile, facing left, with curly hair and a leafy adornment on top of his head. The words "GEORGIVS II DEI GRATIA" are written around the top half of the coin and "LIRA" is written at the bottom. Right side shows a shield divided into four parts with a crown on top. The shield has various designs, including a cross and fleur-de-lis. The words "M BR FR ET HIB REX F D B" are written around the top half of the coin and "1749" is written at the bottom. The coin has a beaded edge. The background of the image is dark gray.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 900 × 403 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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