Ancient, British and World Coins and Banknotes

George III (1760-1820), Pattern Guinea, 1782, by L. Pingo for Earl Stanhope [Lord Viscount Mahon], in copper, laureate bust right, rev. crowned garnished shield, scalloped borders with pellets both sides, edge dated, 4.65g/6h (Montagu 708; Selig 1120 [gold]; Eimer 78). Tiny cut on cheek, otherwise as struck, rare (£300-350)