Description
George II (1727-60), Guinea, 1760, older laureate head left, legend surrounds GEORGIVS II DEI GRATIA. Rev, garnished crowned quartered shield of arms, date flanking crown, legend reads MBFETH REX FDB. ETL D SRIATETE (S.3680; MCE 333).
Evenly toned with glowing original surfaces, clear fields with some natural brush marks seen in the Guinea series, irrespective of quality and preservation. Meticulous detail in the hair, a great representation of the old laureate bust, in its last year of issue. Reverse, equally pleasing, some faint unobtrusive surface markings. Near extremely fine, much eye appeal.
