Lot 328
George II (1727-60), Guinea, 1745 lima.

Ancient, Medieval & Milled British, World & Islamic Coins | 113
Auction: 18 October 2023 at 10:00 BST
£2,760
Description
George II (1727-60), Guinea, 1745 lima, intermediate laureate head left, reverse crowned garnished shield, 8.30g (EGC 606; S.3679). Good fine, bright.
Footnote
A rarity from the momentous capture by Admiral Anson of the Spanish treasure fleet off the Philippines in 1743. Only a tiny portion of the treasure was gold.

