George 1V *1826* Crown

A great opportunity to purchase this stunning reproduction.

George 1V 1826 Crown

Following a dispute with Benedetto Pistrucci and the Royal Mint, William Wyon was empoyed to produce a new obverse design, a design which was based on a bust designed by Francis Chantrey. The end result was very pleasing and a satisfactory likeness of the ageing King.

George Augustus Frederick was born the 12th August 1762 at St James Palace. He died on the 26th June 1830. He was he King of Great Britain, Ireland & Hanover. He was the eldest son of George 111 and his mother Charlotte Mecklenburg. By the age of seventeen he was very fond of wine and women. The real love of his life was in 1784 when the Prince met Maria Fitzherbert.

He served as princes regent from the year 1811 whilst his  father King George 111 was suffering mental illness until his fathers death in 1820. 

These coins are steeped in British History. Historical representation of some of the worlds most beautiful coins ever minted.These coins are minted in the modern day with no silver content.

Many people are now collecting reproductions and running them along side their coin collection and filling in the gaps. Finding some originals can be difficult and once found quite expensive. If you are looking for original Excellent graded coins please see that category.

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