Great Britain: Charles II gold "Elephant" 2 Guineas 1664 AU53 NGC,...

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Gratifying "Elephant" 1664 Two Guineas

Charles II gold "Elephant" 2 Guineas 1664 AU53 NGC, KM425.2, S-3334. Beneath the King's bust lies an elephant, marking this coin as a distinguished example of the celebrated 'provenance metal' category, and highlighting an often-overlooked denomination within Charles II's gold series, namely the 1664 "Elephant" 2 Guineas. This issue marks the debut of the series that contributed to the Guinea's namesake, with the elephant emblem signifying the gold's origin, brought from Guinea by the Royal African Company. Commonly encountered in heavily circulated conditions or with notable post-mint modifications, this piece is among a rare cohort of only 12 specimens graded at the AU level by NGC representing the generally achievable level for this type. An MS64 exists, standing out as a remarkable deviation.

From the Ezen Collection

Metal: Gold
Diameter: 31mm
Weight: 16.7g
AGW: 0.4923oz

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