George II (1727-60), silver Shilling, 1739, roses reverse, young laureate and draped bust left, legend and toothed border surrounding, larger lettering, GEORGIVS. II. DEI. GRATIA., rev. crowned cruciform shields, roses in angles, seven strings to Irish harp, garter star at centre, date either side of top crown, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, M.B.F. ET. H. REX. F.D. B.ET. L. D. S. R. I. A. T ET. E., weight 6.00g (Bull 1716; ESC 1201; C&P 848; S.3701). Attractively toned, almost extremely fine.
Provenance:
Ex Martin Hughes Collection, Spink Coin Auction 139, 16th November 1999, lot 371.