Great Britain: William III gold "Fine Work" 5 Guineas 1701 AU58 NGC,...

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Charming "Fine Work" 5 Guineas Situated on the Cusp of Mint State

William III gold "Fine Work" 5 Guineas 1701 AU58 NGC, KM508, S-3456, Schneider-480. DECIMO TERTIO edge. Plain Scepters variety. A famous and beloved gold type of William III, not least for its well-known associations with Sir Isaac Newton during his tenure as master of the Royal Mint, but also for its distinctively refined bust style of the king, coming as a relief to the notorious shallowly engraved coins that were produced in droves prior to this issue, and consequently standing as a true talisman to Newton's numismatic genius. Admitting a few minor wisps over the open expanses and some light scratches to William's cheek, the coin, on the whole, has experienced strikingly minimal contact both for its size and age, collectors of the series knowing full well how difficult it is to locate 5 Guineas of this period in Mint State. Tying the Paramount coin in its technical preservation, the protected regions around the legends and intricate reverse arms contain a considerable sharpness of execution together with radiant underlying luster, best appreciable when tipped from end-to-end under good light.

From the Long Island Collection

Metal: Gold
Diameter: 37mm
Weight: 41.75g
AGW: 1.2308oz

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