Halfcrown

George II (1727-60), Halfcrown 1745, Old draped bust left, roses in angles on reverse.

First shield, Caul only frosted with pearls, S.8434. The obverse beautifully toned.

G over A in MAG, Fine and a Rare variety

William III reigned with his wife Mary Stuart until her death in 1694. He then ruled as sole monarch until 1702. The coin on offer is the Halfcrown, the second largest Silver coin struck under this monarch. On one side you have the bust of the King, on the reverse you have the arms of England, Scotland, France, (yes, France!) and Ireland, with a standing lion of the House of Orange in the middle, this was because William was Prince of Orange from birth. All of these Halfcrowns are struck in Sterling Silver and they are heavily circulated. Supplies are very limited.