For King George IV in 1823, a gold two pound coin was issued in sufficient quantities for circulation as for sale here, as well as a rare proof version.

For a brief history of British gold double sovereigns, and other two pound gold coins, please refer to our Two Pounds Information page.

Only in 1823, 1887, 1893, and 1902 were ordinary circulation types issued in addition to proof versions.

The 1823 two pound piece is the only gold two pounds with George IV on the obverse.

Edge engraved in raised letters, DECUS ET TUTAMEN. ANNO REGNI IV

Please get in touch on 01253 343081 for a price and to check availability of other £2 coins or George VI coins which we have in stock but currently not advertised online.

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Obverse

The designer and engraver of the obverse of this £2 was Jean Baptiste Merlen, whose initials J.B.M. appear under the truncation of the neck of George the IV.

Reverse

W.W.P. on the ground for Mint Master William Wellesley Pole, date in exergue. The initials B.P. lie below the ground on the right.

The reverse is the very familiar St George and dragon design by Benedetto Pistrucci.

Key Information

Product ID	4912
Stock Status	Out of Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Gold
Weight/Size	Double
Gold Weight Troy Ounces	0.4708
Fineness/Carat	0.917 / 22
Date	1823
Obverse Designer	Jean Baptiste Merlen
Reverse Designer	Benedetto Pistrucci
Issuing Monarch	George IV (1820-1830)
Mint/Brand	The Royal Mint
Country	United Kingdom

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