1713 Anne Gold Guinea

Queen Anne Gold Guinea (1702–1714)

The gold guinea of Queen Anne was struck during her reign from 1702 to 1714, a period notable for the War of the Spanish Succession and the Act of Union (1707), which united England and Scotland into Great Britain. This coin is a classic example of early 18th-century British gold coinage.

Key Features:

• Monarch: Queen Anne

• Denomination: Guinea (originally valued at 20 shillings, though its market value fluctuated with gold content)

• Metal: Gold (approximately 22 carats / 0.916–0.917 fine)

• Weight: Around 8.2 grams

• Diameter: ~25.5 mm

• Condition-Fine

Design:

• Obverse: Features a right-facing crowned bust of Queen Anne wearing a gown and robes, with the Latin legend:
  “ANNA DEI GRATIA” (“Anne, by the grace of God”).

• Reverse: Displays the cruciform shields of England, Scotland, France, and Ireland, separated by sceptres or lions, with a central rose or crown motif. The legend usually reads:
  “MAG BR FR ET HIB REG” (“Queen of Great Britain, France, and Ireland”).

Historical Significance:

• Queen Anne’s guineas were issued during a key period in British history, reflecting the consolidation of the Kingdom of Great Britain in 1707.

• These coins are valued both for their historical importance and their gold content, making them highly collectible.

• Surviving examples are prized by numismatists for their elegant design and craftsmanship, with some rarer dates and varieties commanding significant premiums.

Collecting Notes:

• Strike quality can vary due to 18th-century minting techniques; some coins may have irregular edges or slightly off-center designs.

• Market value depends on condition, rarity of date or mint mark, and historical demand.

• These coins are considered both investment-grade gold and historic collectibles, appealing to collectors of British coinage and early modern history enthusiasts.