Proof sovereign of George IV (coronation year) 1821

This gold coin, "Proof sovereign of George IV (coronation year)", was created by the Italian engraver Benedetto Pistrucci in 1821. It depicts King George IV in profile, wearing a wreath of laurel leaves, with the inscription "GEORGIUS III D:G: BRITANNIAR: REX" (George III by the Grace of God, King of Great Britain). The coin is a classic example of the neoclassical style that was popular during the early 19th century. Pistrucci was known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the likeness of his subjects with great realism. This coin, now held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, represents a powerful symbol of the British monarchy during this period.