| Heritage World Coin Auctions > CSNS Signature Sale 3115 | Auction date: 8 May 2024 |
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| Lot description: Great Britain Charles II gold "Elephant" 2 Guineas 1664 AU53 NGC, KM425.2, S-3334. Beneath the King's bust lies an elephant, marking this coin as a distinguished example of the celebrated 'provenance metal' category, and highlighting an often-overlooked denomination within Charles II's gold series, namely the 1664 "Elephant" 2 Guineas. This issue marks the debut of the series that contributed to the Guinea's namesake, with the elephant emblem signifying the gold's origin, brought from Guinea by the Royal African Company. Commonly encountered in heavily circulated conditions or with notable post-mint modifications, this piece is among a rare cohort of only 12 specimens graded at the AU level by NGC representing the generally achievable level for this type. An MS64 exists, standing out as a remarkable deviation. From the Ezen Collection https://coins.ha.com/itm/great-britain/great-britain-charles-ii-gold-elephant-2-guineas-1664-au53-ngc-/a/3115-30007.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3115-05082024 HID02906262019 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved |  |
