December 3, 2026 Premier Coin & Currency
The live portion of this session begins on Thursday, December 3, 2026.
Lot #1373:
1676 ENGLAND CHARLES II 5-GUINEA “OCTAVO,” NGC FINE DETAILS
The “Octavo” variety is one of the most sought-after issues of Charles II’s five-guinea series. These large gold coins are extremely desirable because of their historical significance, impressive size, and relatively limited survival. Fine Details A scarce and desirable Restoration-era gold type, prized for its size, historical importance, and unmistakable eye appeal. Even in Details grade, 5-Guineas remain centerpiece coins in advanced British gold collections.The important factor affecting value here is the “Rim Filing” designation. This means the edge was filed down at some point, historically often to remove a small amount of gold. Although the coin retains Fine detail, the filing prevents it from receiving a straight numeric grade. Expect determined bidders—world gold of this strength never slips by unnoticed. Cert No. 696492-002