Lot 331
George II (1727-60), Halfcrown, 1739.

Ancient, Medieval & Milled British, World & Islamic Coins | 113
Auction: 18 October 2023 at 10:00 BST
£348
Description
George II (1727-60), Halfcrown, 1739, young bust left, legend reads GEORGIVS II DEI GRATIA. Rev, crowned cruciform shields, roses in angles, garter star at centre, date either side of top crown, M.B.F.
ET. H. REX. F.D. B.ET. L. D. S. R. I. A. T ET. E. edge reads DECVS. ET. TVTAMEN. ANNO. REGNI. DVODECIMO (S.3693; Bull.1679; ESC.600). Uneven toning, all the key elements and lines showing in both the portrait, reverse and legend inscriptions. Bold fine, reverse better.

