Identifying an unusual coin

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by Glos2021, Nov 16, 2024 at 8:56 AM.

  1. Glos2021

    Glos2021 Member

    Hi,

    I've come across this coin but can't seem to identify what denomination it is, which era or what made from.

    Appreciate any thoughts or help.

    Head side:
    Portrait is Facing right
    Text: GEORGIVS .M. then not sure possibly starts BR and ends REX.

    Tails side:
    Text : FIDEI DEFENSOR ET AEOVI
    Image Is of horse backrider spearing dragon.

    Coin colour is gold but seems too dull to be gold.

    Size is similar to a new 10p coin

    Thanks

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  2. Debora

    Debora Well-Known Member

  3. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    It's a token, not a coin.

    Some were produced as gambling tokens and as near as a Gold Sovereign as possible without breaking the counterfeit laws.
     
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