George I 1720/18 Crown// George II 1741 added

coinkat

This is the highest graded George I Crown I own and the latest I have had graded. This is a tough series. The quality is not the best. I suspect the mintage figures are low with some dates on par with Crowns from the reign of George II. The surviving population is hard to estimate.

The Cope and Rayner book, The Standard Catalogue of English Milled Coins which dates back to 1975, estimates George I Crowns (all dates) in EF ranging from R to R4 with the 1720/18 at R2. I am not certain how this analysis has withstood the test of time. We know that this example is the 4th graded by PCGS in all grades. The coin exhibits better than average lustre- especially on the reverse,

I am providing a brief overview of the coin- Not to promote the coin- But to provide numismatic data in connection with the surviving population/condition rarity and handicapping the chances of obtaining coin that just might be helpful in terms of what might be contemplated when a rare coin of interest to you appears for sale or auction.

One should really think about whether a coin is as good as it is going to get for you and your collection. I see this type of an analysis as a reasonable step to help manage expectations of what really exists; what you have a realistic chance of obtaining and whether owning the coin at some point in your life as a Collector is better than missing the opportunity altogether.

This coin is as good as it will get for me.

Third paragraph edited 9/9

TwoKopeiki

Love everything about this one @coinkat - thanks for sharing!

Samets

Great looking crown!

Clio

Lovely looking example. I think I am often in the same boat of struggling to understand what population exists and whether or not I am "settling" by buying a piece just to find an upgrade shortly after. That one looks exceptional to me, and you may find nicer in the future, but I think it's a great one no matter what else is out there. Congrats!

coinkat

The 1741, in my view is the second most available George II young head crown of the series. This one is reasonably attractive for the date and series. There are struck in a high relief which can complicate grading. The high points are on the portrait often are not fully struck and attention to the fields is vital in terms of determining wear in contrast to a weak struck. I am pleased with the result.

ajaan

18th C British Crowns. Nothing better except a MLT – mutton, lettuce and tomato sandwich, where the mutton is nice and lean and the tomato is ripe".