George II (1727-60), silver Shilling, 1747, roses reverse, older laureate and draped bust left, legend and toothed border surrounding, 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 5.98g (Bull 1728; ESC 1209; C&P 856; S.3702). Attractively toned, good very fine, reverse a touch stronger.
Provenance:
Ex Spink Numismatic Circular, April 1998, item 2011.