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George IV, 1820-1830
George IV, eldest son of George III, was a naturally gifted child,
schooled in the classics and with a well-developed taste for music and
the arts. He served as Regent for his father during his incompetence
from 1811 until the latter's death in 1820. But George IV's dissipation
and profligacy destroyed his effectiveness as a ruler. He lowered the
prestige of the royal family and is considered to have been one of the
least successful monarchs.
No 5-pound coins were issued for circulation during George IV's
reign, though 150 proof 5-pound pieces and 450 2-pound pieces were
struck in 1826. The reverse features an ornate shield encompassing
smaller shields representing England, Scotland and Ireland, plus the
Hanoverian inescutcheon.
The Gold Coins of George IV
Two Pounds wt. 15.97 grams.
1826, London Mint, Proof
Two Pounds wt. 15.98 grams.
1826, London Mint, Proof
 Five
Pounds wt. 39.94 grams.
1826, London Mint, Proof
Five Pounds wt. 39.64 grams.
1826, London Mint, Proof/EF
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