UK George III 1801-1803 'Second Portrait' Third Guinea
Step back into the golden age of British coinage with an original Third Guinea - one of the rarest and most fascinating coins of the Georgian era.
Struck during the reign of King George III between 1797 and 1813, Third Guineas were issued for just 16 years following a severe gold shortage caused by the French Revolution. Today, no more will ever be made - every surviving example is over 200 years old.
Your authentic Third Guinea will be dated between 1801–1803 and features the sought-after ‘second type’ laureate portrait with the date below the crown.
Once the premier gold coin of Britain before the Great Recoinage of 1816, the Guinea remains a symbol of prestige, history, and enduring value.
Each coin is:
- Authenticated and officially certified
- Securely encapsulated for long-term preservation
- Presented ready to treasure for generations to come
A remarkable piece of British history — and an increasingly scarce collector’s item.
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UK George III 1801-1803 'Second Portrait' Third Guinea
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Specifications
- County of Issue: UK
- Weight: 2.8g
- Diameter: 17mm
- Reverse Designer: L Pingo / N Marchant
- Obverse Designer: L Pingo
- Year of Issue for available examples: 1801-1803