Coins, Gold & Silver Bullion Auction
This collection of UK silver threepence coins comprises specimens from the reign of King George V. The visible dates include 1920, 1921, 1922, and 1926. The obverse depicts the George V portrait with the legend GEORGIVS V D.G. BRITT: OMN: REX F.D. IND: IMP:. The reverse design consists of a crowned numeral 3 flanked by the date within an oak wreath. These coins are composed of .500 fine silver, reflecting the debasement of British silver coinage that occurred in 1920.
Condition report:
The coins are presented in circulated condition, varying from Fair to Very Fine. Wear is observed on the high points of the designs, including the portrait hair and crown details. Toning varies across the group, ranging from light patination to heavy dark tarnish and minor green surface residue. One coin dated 1920 features a circular piercing at the top edge.
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