5 Guineas - Anne pre-union shields VIGO (1703)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1703 |
| Denomination | 5 Guineas |
| Face value | £5.25 |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) (917/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 41.750g · 1.2305 t oz |
| Diameter | 37.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Regnal year in Latin: Regnal year in Latin / SECVNDO |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 3561 |
Draped bust of Queen Anne left, legend around. Note: VIGO below bust
ANNA·DEI· GRATIA· VIGO
Crowned cruciform shields around central rose with sceptres bearing national emblems in angles, divided date above, legend around.
MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB REG·17 03·
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The 1703 5 Guineas - Anne pre-union shields – VIGO is a circulating 5 guineas coin, struck in 91.67% gold. It weighs 41.75g and measures 37mm across. Reverse design: Crowned cruciform shields around central rose with sceptres bearing national emblems in angles, divided date above, legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1703 5 Guineas - Anne pre-union shields – VIGO worth?
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How do I identify the 1703 5 Guineas - Anne pre-union shields – VIGO?
Check the weight 41.75g and diameter 37mm and the metal (91.67% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.