Two guinea 1678 "Second laureate bust" (United Kingdom, Charles II)
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Specification
- MetalGold (0,917)
- Weight16,77 g
- Pure gold (0,4944 oz) 15,3781 g
- Diameter32 mm
- EdgeReeded
- Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
Description
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- PeriodCharles II
- DenominationTwo guinea
- Year1678
- RulerCharles II (King of Great Britain)
- MintLondon
- PurposeCirculation


Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Two guinea 1678 "Second laureate bust". This gold coin from the times of Charles II. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 2427 sold at the Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc. auction for USD 35,000. Bidding took place June 6, 2017.
How much is the gold coin of Charles II Two guinea 1678 "Second laureate bust"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Gold coin Two guinea 1678 "Second laureate bust" is 15000 USD. The coin contains 15,3781 g of pure gold, so we do not recommend selling it for less than 2101,2 USD, even if it is in poor condition and has no collectible value.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the Two guinea 1678 "Second laureate bust"?
The information on the current value of the British coin Two guinea 1678 "Second laureate bust" is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the Two guinea 1678 "Second laureate bust"?
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