Charles II gold guinea Coin
Fine: £1,000
Very Fine: Up to: £9,000
The rare 1675 Charles II gold guinea with the “CRAOLVS” spelling error—misspelt from
CAROLVS—sold for £9,600 ($10,850) in October 2022 as part of the Ellerby Hoard auction.
Key details regarding this specific error coin include:
- Auction Results: While earlier estimates were around £1,000–£1,500, the final realised price was significantly higher due to the rarity of the error.
- The Error: It is a 1675 guinea, which is a rare, fourth laureate head issue. The error is a misspelling of the King’s Latin name on the obverse.
- Provenance: This specific coin was part of the 264 gold coin hoard discovered under the kitchen floor of a home in North Yorkshire, England.
- Condition: Despite being well-circulated, the error was described as having a “nice clear” spelling error, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors.
Another notable error in the same auction, a 1720 George I guinea with two reverse sides, sold for £52,000