Anne (1702-14), silver Post-Union Shilling, 1709, Edinburgh Mint, struck from local dies both sides, E* below fifth "Edinburgh" draped bust left, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, ANNA. DEI. GRATIA., rev. crowned cruciform Post-Union narrow shields, six strings to Irish harp, garter star at centre, date either side of top crown, retrograde z type 1 and oval type zero, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, .MAG BRI. FR ET. HIB REG., weight 5.86g (Bull 1444 R; ESC 1152 R; C&R 630 R2; S.3615). Toned, fair to fine and rare.
Provenance:
Ex Collection of British Milled Silver, Spink Numismatic Circular, August 2002, item MS3200.