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George III Gold Half Guinea 1808
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George III Gold Half Guinea 1808

19th century
Sold 29 July 2025 · Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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George III Gold Half Guinea 1808

An original British gold Half Guinea struck in 1808 during the reign of King George III. The obverse features the laureate portrait of the monarch facing right, with the inscription GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA. The reverse shows the crowned shield of arms with the Latin legend BRITANNIARUM REX FID: DEF:, and the date clearly visible at the base.

This example has circulated and shows typical signs of wear, including light flattening to the portrait, bruises to the rim, and a slight curve to the flan. Nevertheless, the coin retains a good legible profile with warm gold tones and no signs of cleaning. A solid representative example of this increasingly sought-after Regency-period gold coinage, struck in 22 carat gold (c. 91.67% fineness).

The Half Guinea series was discontinued in 1813, making these later George III issues increasingly desirable. An ideal entry-level example for collectors of British historical coinage or Georgian artefacts.

Date: 1808

Reign: George III

Metal: 22ct gold (c. 91.67%)

Weight: 3.9 g

Diameter: 20.5 mm

Condition: Worn; legible detail and good colour; some rim knocks and mild warping

Royal Mail Special Delivery £10.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this George III Gold Half Guinea to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156768
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Description
George III Gold Half Guinea 1808

An original British gold Half Guinea struck in 1808 during the reign of King George III.

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The obverse features the laureate portrait of the monarch facing right, with the inscription GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA.
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

The reverse shows the crowned shield of arms with the Latin legend BRITANNIARUM REX FID: DEF:, and the date clearly visible at the base.

fig 1. A circular gold coin featuring the profile portrait of King George III and raised lettering around the perimeter.
fig 1. George III Gold Half Guinea 1808

This example has circulated and shows typical signs of wear, including light flattening to the portrait, bruises to the rim, and a slight curve to the flan. Nevertheless, the coin retains a good legible profile with warm gold tones and no signs of cleaning. A solid representative example of this increasingly sought-after Regency-period gold coinage, struck in 22 carat gold (c. 91.67% fineness).

fig 2. A circular gold coin featuring the profile portrait of King George III and raised lettering around the perimeter.
fig 2. George III Gold Half Guinea 1808

The Half Guinea series was discontinued in 1813, making these later George III issues increasingly desirable. An ideal entry-level example for collectors of British historical coinage or Georgian artefacts.

Date: 1808

Reign: George III

Metal: 22ct gold (c. 91.67%)

Weight: 3.9 g

Diameter: 20.5 mm

Condition: Worn; legible detail and good colour; some rim knocks and mild warping

Royal Mail Special Delivery £10.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this George III Gold Half Guinea to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156768
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2025

Specialists in fine antique furniture, decorative arts & collectables

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Archive I A circular gold coin featuring the profile portrait of King George III and raised lettering around the perimeter. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Gold Half Guinea 1808

Archive II A circular gold coin featuring the profile portrait of King George III and raised lettering around the perimeter. View II
Archive III A circular gold coin featuring the profile portrait of King George III and raised lettering around the perimeter. View III
Archive IV A circular gold coin featuring the profile portrait of King George III and raised lettering around the perimeter. View IV
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Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1JA
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A circular gold coin featuring the profile portrait of King George III and raised lettering around the perimeter.
George III Gold Half Guinea 1808
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A circular gold coin featuring the profile portrait of King George III and raised lettering around the perimeter.
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  • ObjectCoins
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialGold
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsMonarch profile, Milled edge, Latin inscription, Struck lettering
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 0.2 cm (0 in)

The half guinea was a British gold coin denomination worth ten shillings and sixpence, circulating widely during the reign of King George III before being replaced by the sovereign.

These coins were struck from high-purity crown gold, typically around 22-carat, utilising early machine-pressed minting techniques that evolved significantly during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.

Authentic pieces require verification of precise weight, diameter, gold purity, edge milling details, and accurate die markers consistent with official Royal Mint issues of the period.

Numismatic items are typically styled in archival display frames, specialised tabletop vitrines, or within secure desk drawers as part of a curated cabinet of curiosities.

Preservation requires storing coins in inert, PVC-free holders within controlled environmental conditions, avoiding any physical cleaning or polishing that damages the original metal surface.
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