GB 1745 George II Shilling good Fine
Tax included.
This 1745 shilling, struck in fine silver, boasts a remarkable history and is in commendable good Fine condition.
On the obverse, the regal likeness of George II, the second Hanoverian monarch to grace the British throne.
The coin is distinguished by the intriguing 'LIMA' mint mark, signifying that its silver was sourced from Peruvian mines. The journey of this silver to The Royal Mint is shrouded in mystery and speculation, with prevailing theories suggesting it was seized from foreign vessels returning from the rich Peruvian mines, adding a layer of intrigue and adventure to its story.