Lot 376: UK 1927 George V Silver One Shilling Coin
A UK 1927 silver shilling coin. The obverse features the left-facing profile of King George V, surrounded by the struck legend GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX. The reverse depicts a crowned lion standing atop a Tudor crown, flanked by the initials K G above the lion’s back for engraver Kruger Gray. The reverse legend reads FID · DEF · IND · IMP · ONE · SHILLING · 1927 ·. The coin features a denticulated border and a reeded edge. Struck in .500 fine silver, this new type design was introduced in 1927. No other maker’s marks or labels are visible on the item.
Condition report:
The coin shows signs of significant environmental exposure and heavy circulation. The obverse displays considerable wear to the high points of the King\'s portrait, particularly the ear and beard, with fine contact marks and surface abrasions throughout the fields. The reverse shows smoothing to the lion\'s mane and the details of the crown, with accumulated dark toning and grime in the recessed areas around the lettering and design elements. The reeded edge remains visible but shows signs of wear. The coin is not supplied in a protective capsule or case.
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