Lot 148: A Group of 10 Great Britain Silver Threepence Coins, George V and George VI

A group of 10 Great Britain silver threepence coins, spanning the reigns of George V and George VI. The lot includes coins predominantly silver, dating from 1931 to 1942. The coins dated between 1931 and 1936 (George V) feature a reverse design of three intertwined oak leaves and acorns, with “THREE PENCE” and the date visible. The coins dated between 1939 and 1942 (George VI) display a crowned portcullis with chains, encircled by text including “FID. DEF. IND. IMP.” (Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India) and “THREE PENCE”. The coins are composed of silver, consistent with British threepence coinage of the period, typically .500 fine silver.