Great Britain. Halfcrown, 1739. S.3693; ESC-600; KM-574.2. George II. Obverse, young laureate draped and armoured bust of king left. Reverse, crowned cruciform shields, roses in angles. A beautiful mint state specimen with a lovely deep steel blue and gold tone. The Colin Adams Halfcrown collection was probably the greatest offered for sale, but this 1739 Halfcrown is finer than the Adams specimen. NGC graded MS-62. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,400