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United KingdomPeriod:1603-1952 1603-1952

Two guinea 1738 "Young Head" (United Kingdom, George II)

Obverse Two guinea 1738 "Young Head" - Gold Coin Value - United Kingdom, George IIReverse Two guinea 1738 "Young Head" - Gold Coin Value - United Kingdom, George II

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Specification

  • MetalGold (0,917)
  • Weight16,77 g
  • Pure gold (0,4944 oz) 15,3781 g
  • Diameter32 mm
  • EdgeReeded slant
  • Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)

Description

  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • PeriodGeorge II
  • DenominationTwo guinea
  • Year1738
  • RulerGeorge II (King of Great Britain)
  • MintLondon
  • PurposeCirculation
Auction sales chart
Average price:4700 USD
Auction sales chart Two guinea 1738 "Young Head" - Gold Coin Value - United Kingdom, George II
Gold price of the coin
Current price:2112,67 USD
Gold price chart Two guinea 1738 "Young Head" - Gold Coin Value - United Kingdom, George II
Auction Prices (244)

Auction prices

Find out the current coin value of the British Two guinea 1738 "Young Head". This gold coin from the times of George II. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 883 sold at the GINZA COINS CO. auction for JPY 3,900,000. Bidding took place November 16, 2024.

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SellerHeritage
DateDecember 8, 2025
ConditionAU55 NGC
SellerStanley Gibbons Baldwin's
DateDecember 9, 2025
ConditionVF
SellerSpink
DateDecember 10, 2025
ConditionVF

How much is the gold coin of George II Two guinea 1738 "Young Head"?

According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Gold coin Two guinea 1738 "Young Head" is 4700 USD. The coin contains 15,3781 g of pure gold, so we do not recommend selling it for less than 2112,67 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 1738 "Young Head"?

The information on the current value of the British coin Two guinea 1738 "Young Head" 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 1738 "Young Head"?

To sell the Two guinea 1738 "Young Head" we recommend contacting specialized numismatic companies that hold regular auction sales. Public auctions are the most fair and secure way to sell valuable collectible coins. Go to the list of companies to find a suitable platform.