The 1678 Guinea - Charles IIThe 1678 Guinea Reverse shows crowned cruciform coats-of-arms with sceptres in the quarters and a design of four interlocked monograms in the centre. SCBC: 3344. Gold, Diameter 25mm, weighs 8.39g.
The coin shows the designs of John Roettier.
There are variants that used gold that came from the Africa Company. You may see a small elephant and castle below the King's bust, or rarer an elephant only.
The Obverse shows the fourth laureated bust of King Charles II.On the Legend, Charles II is written in Latin as CAROLVS II.
Image credit: The Royal Mint
Mintage: Not known
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1678. See Coins and Events of 1678
Monarch/Ruler: Charles II (1660-1685)
Category: Guineas. See more Guinea coins
and see which Guinea coins have the lowest mintage.
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | Rare Fair Grade (3.95g) 1678 Charles II Gold Half Guinea. £ 797.20 |
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 | The Millionaires Collection Charles II Gold Guinea Silver Proof 14.5 grams £ 45.00 |
 | Great Britain 1683 Charles II Gold Guinea NGC XF-45 £ 4,166.67 |
 | The Guinea 1663 Charles II Large Impressive Medallion Silver & Gold Plated 70mm £ 9.99 |
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