George IV

American

noun

1762–1830, king of England 1820–30 (son of George III).

George IV British

noun

1762–1830, king of Great Britain and Ireland and also of Hanover (1820–30); regent (1811–20). His father (George III) disapproved of his profligate ways, which undermined the prestige of the crown, and of his association with the Whig opposition

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The street, which links George IV bridge and the Grassmarket, is claimed as the inspiration for the alley where wizards bought their magical supplies.

From BBC • Jul. 17, 2025

One of the rarest is a George IV half sovereign from 1821, which is expected to fetch between £2,000 and 2,500.

From BBC • May 5, 2024

It contains coins from the reigns of seven British monarchs, including George III, George IV, William IV, and Queen Victoria.

From BBC • May 5, 2024

The Elephant House cafe was one of several properties badly damaged in a blaze on George IV Bridge in Edinburgh in August 2021.

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2023

This villa was later the home of the discarded Queen Caroline, wife of George IV, who gave it the name of Villa d’Este and made great additions to its elegance.

From The Lure of the Camera by Olcott, Charles S.

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