BRITISH COINS, George I (1714-1727), Silver Halfcrown, 1720, 20 over 17 in date, first laureate and draped bust right, rev crowned cruciform shields, incorporating the Arms of Hanover, roses and plumes in angles, garter star at centre, edge inscribed in raised letters and dated SEXTO, lettering slightly off centre on edge (ESC 590; S 3642). Attractive old tone, flan slightly ovoid, light haymarking and a little soft in parts, otherwise extremely fine with plenty of mint bloom.
from the David Sellwood collection
Estimate: £2500-3000