Shilling 1693 EF or better with a pleasing tone and graded 70 by LCGS, ESC 1076 and rare in this high grade being the finest recorded of 6 on the LCGS population report
Shilling 1739 Roses ESC 1201, Bull 1713 A/UNC and lustrous, the legend with some colourful toning, with a few very light flecks of haymarking. Very attractive and highly sought after in this high grade
Shilling 1702 First Bust, Plain below bust and in angles, ESC 1128, Bull 1385 NEF/EF with a thin scratch in the obverse field. The First Bust type only minted in 1702 and 1703. Our archive database reveals this is the finest example we have offered since 2009.
Shilling 1735 Roses and Plumes ESC 1198, Bull 1707 in an NGC holder and graded MS62, Ex-Cheshire Collection, many early George II Shillings hard to find in high grades. At the time of writing, NGC have only graded one finer example.
Shilling 1894 Small Obverse Letters, Bull 3157, Davies 1013, dies 1B, Obverse: I of DEI point to a space, Reverse Left hand Crown's cross points to a bead, NEF with some minor contact marks on the obverse, Very Rare, and much sought by Shilling variety collectors. We note the Ex-Peter Davies Collection piece graded as EF sold in London Coins Auction A124 Lot 1229, realised £500 hammer price as far back as 28/2/2009
Shilling 1858 8 over 9, Bull 3014, Davies dies 3A, Obverse: upright of the B of BRIT points to a bead, 11 teeth between the A's in GRATIA. 8 over 9 in date, 5 over higher 5 in date, an unusual type, this confirmed by the LCGS Population Report which records only this single example. GEF or better and nicely toned, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 70. 1859 Shillings are the only date to use this die pairing, and with the overdate and overstrike on the same piece, these three factors make this an extremely rare coin. We note the 8 over 9 type is now listed by Bull at R4.
Shilling 1866 ESC 1314, Bull 3027, Die Number 61 GEF/AU with original mint lustre, the obverse with light contact marks, a very pleasing and original example. Comes with ticket stating 'From Foundations of Gibbstown House'. Gibbstown House was a large house in Navan, Co. Meath, originally constructed by James Henry, for Thomas Gerrard, and was home to the Collins Gerrards Building was completed in 1871
One Shilling and SixpenceBank Tokens (2) 1811 Bust type ESC 969, Bull 2112 EF and lustrous with some contact marks and a small spot in the obverse legend on III, 1812 Head type ESC 972, Bull 2115 Bright EF, possibly once lightly cleaned, with some hairlines, nevertheless retaining much eye appeal
Shilling 1890 Close 90 in date with the 0 pointing to a rim tooth rather than between 2 rim teeth as on the standard type for this year. as ESC 1357, Bull 3144, UNC with light golden toning, the reverse with a contact mark to the right of the shield, unlisted in ESC, Bull, Spink or Davies
Shilling 1867 Die Number 18 with pellet above die number Bull 3035Davies 893 Fine, once cleaned now almost fully retoned, this variety almost always occurs with Die Number 17
Shilling 1674 4 over 3 ESC 1039A, R over A in GRATIA, No Stop after HIB, Bull 527. . EF in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 60, rated R2 by ESC and Bull, this variety seldom seen. Ex-London Coins Auction A117 June 2007 Lot 1219. One of a number of high grade slabbed Shillings in this sale. Cataloguer's Note: The R over A appears on all the 5 examples of the 4 over 3 coin seen by this cataloguer.
Halfcrown 1696 First Bust, Small Shields ESC 534, Bull 1014, UNC or near so in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 75. While many of the Shillings and Sixpences of the Great Recoinage have survived in high grades, the same cannot be said for the Halfcrowns, which are a good deal scarcer in high grade and seldom offered. This lustrous and pleasing example is the finest of only 2 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Halfcrown 1697 First Bust, Large Shields, Later Harp ESC 541, Bull 1021, GEF in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 65, the finest known of 5 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, high grade William III Halfcrowns are much harder to locate than the Shillings and Sixpences of the same period, and to date this LCGS graded 65 example is the finest recorded by them
Shilling 1851 Double barred A in VICTORIA, as ESC 1298, Bull 2999 EF with an old scratch on the obverse, a very rare date, and seldom encountered above Fine, certainly rarer than the R2 stated in the higher grades
Shilling 1745 LIMA ESC 1205, Bull 1724 UNC and lustrous, all George II Shillings hard to find in the highest grades, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the second finest known of 23 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1745 LIMA ESC 1205, Bull 1724 UNC or very near so and lustrous, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 75. One of a number of high grade slabbed Shillings in this sale.
Shilling 1750 Thin 0 in date ESC 1210, Bull 1729 UNC and lustrous with a hint of golden tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, the second finest known of 9 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1836 ESC 1273, Bull 2494 Lustrous UNC and choice with superb original surfaces, a hint of toning in the legends adds to the considerable eye appeal of the piece, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82. One of a number of high grade and choice slabbed Shillings offered in this sale.
Shilling 1720 Plain in angles ESC 1168, unlisted by Bull, UNC with hints of golden tone, very rare in high grades, other than the 1723 SSC coin, all George I Shillings hard to find in high grades, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78, the finest known of 5 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, formerly in a PCGS holder and graded MS63, the PCGS data recorded at the time of LCGS slabbing
Shilling 1852 ESC 1299, Bull 3001 Choice UNC with old original colourful toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the second finest of 11 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1723 SSC First Bust ESC 1176, Bull 1586 Choice UNC with blue, green and gold toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the second finest known of 39 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1817 ESC 1232, Bull 2144 Choice UNC with green and gold toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 88, the joint finest known of 31 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report, Currency Coins graded 88 are truly rare with only a tiny percentage of the issue escaping the many potential imperfections caused by the minting process. One of a number of high grade and choice slabbed Shillings offered in this sale.
Shilling 1894 ESC 1363, Bull 3156, Davies 1015 dies 2B, Choice UNC with multi-coloured tone, the key date in the Veiled Head Shilling series and always desirable in high grade, the finest known of 9 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1844 ESC 1291, Bull 2990 UNC the obverse lustrous with hints of gold tone, the reverse with even gold tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1893 Large Letters on Obverse ESC 1361, Bull 3153, Davies 1011 dies 2A, Choice UNC with soft lustre under and original gold tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 88. The finest known of 23 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. One of a number of choice high grade slabbed Shillings in this sale.
Shilling 1853 the A's in the obverse legend joined at their bases, type as ESC 1300, Bull 3002 Choice UNC with hints of olive and gold tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1709 E* ESC 1152, Bull 1444, no stops after REG, MAG and FR, Reversed Z-type 1 and narrow 0 in date, (see illustration in Bull page 199), die axis upright, Fine with some surface marks, the * after the E bold and clear, Rare
Shilling 1877 ESC 1329, Bull 3047, Die Number 44, Lustrous UNC with an attractive and even cinnamon tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the joint finest known of 17 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1875 ESC 1327, Bull 3045, Die Number 70 UNC with prooflike fields, enhanced by a subtle blue/green tone on the obverse, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80, formerly in an NGC holder and graded MS63, the NGC data recorded at the time of LCGS slabbing
Shilling 1959 Scottish ESC 1475Z. Bull 4502 UNC and lustrous with a hint of gold toning, the key date in the Elizabeth II Shilling series, and has always been hard to find in true mint state. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1816 ESC 1228, Bull 2140, UNC with choice tone, the obverse exhibiting a superb green and gold tone with touches of magenta and cyan, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85. One of a number of high grade and choice slabbed Shillings offered in this sale.
Shilling 1903 as ESC 1412, Bull 3589, Gouby Obverse 2a R of BRITT with tail less angled and away from the I, R of GRA has been recut, and R of REX with slight doubling, (illustrated on the michaelcoins website) EF the obverse with light contact marks, lustrous with a hint of gold tone
Shilling 1915 ESC 1425, Bull 3804 Choice UNC and lustrous with golden toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the joint finest known of 32 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1921 ESC 1431, Bull 3813, Davies 1809 dies 5E Low relief head/Right leg of N in IND points to a space, UNC and evenly toned, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1926 Modified Effigy ESC 1437, Bull 3827 UNC and lustrous a choice piece further enhanced by gold and olive toning in places. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85. The second finest known of 22 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. The die combination of the Modified Head and the earlier Lion on Crown reverse only produced for two years, this would make an excellent coin for the type collector
Shilling 1890 ESC 1357, Bull 3144 UNC and with an attractive golden tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, the Large Jubilee Head type lasted for just 4 years, this a very pleasing example of this short-lived series
Shilling 1911 ProofESC 1421, Bull 3800, Davies 1792, dies 3A, I of GEORGIVS points to a bead, Full neck, nFDC with grey tone and underlying touches of blue and gold
Shilling 1848 8 over 6 ESC 1294, Bull 2994 Near Fine/Fine a bold and collectable example for the grade, one of the key dates in the Victorian Shilling series, rated R2 by Bull and ESC
Shilling 1918 ESC 1428, Bull 3807 UNC with a rich and multi-coloured gold, blue, olive and magenta tone, a superb piece, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1902 ESC 1410, Bull 3587 EF/AU gold and olive toned with hints of blue and magenta, the obverse with some contact marks but retaining a most attractive eye appeal
Shilling 1846 as ESC 1293, Bull 2992 with some double striking to the obverse legend, the first T in BRITANNIAR missing the lower left serif, NVF/Good Fine, unusual
Shilling 1878 ESC 1330, Davies dies 6B Die Number 47, the 4 of the Die number is double struck, NEF toned with some contact marks and an old scratch on the obverse
Shilling 1685 ESC 1068, Bull 760 Poor/VG, Halfpenny 1694 E's on obverse appear similar to B's due to oversized serifs, Last A of MARIA unbarred, the reverse die similar to Nicholson 046 VG pitted
Shilling 1927 Second Reverse Matt ProofESC 1440A, Bull 3831 listed as 'not traced' by Bull who listed the rarity as R7 (one or two believed to exist). Stated by Krause to have been produced for photographic purposes only. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 91. As struck with very small tone spots, of the highest rarity and would enhance any high quality Shilling collection. Ex-Goldbergs Pre-Long Beach sale 85 May 31-Jun 2 2015 Lot 3924
Shilling 1727 George II Roses and Plumes ESC 1190, Bull 1695, a choice and sharply struck example, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, a stunning example and the finest of just 3 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. This piece is markedly superior to the example formerly in the celebrated Roger Shuttlewood collection
Three ShillingBank Token 1811 Bust type Proof, Obverse A2 with 5 Berries in Wreath and front leaf pointing between D and E of DEI Reverse with 26 Acorns. Unlisted by ESC as a Proof striking, appears to be a Proof of ESC 410 (as Bull 2068) An extremely attractive example, all Proof issues very desirable and seldom seen, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1720 Plain in angles, Large Letters on Reverse, ESC 1169, Bull 1573 a choice example with attractive tone over underlying mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80. George I Shillings other than 1718 and 1723 SSC extremely hard to find in high grades and are seldom offered, the joint finest known of 6 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report. We note the finest graded by PCGS is a single example graded MS64 and the finest graded by NGC is only AU58 so this piece potentially very near the top of all examples extant
Shilling 1763 Northumberland ESC 1214, Bull 2124 a most attractive example, the obverse with a subtle and colourful tone, the reverse with touches of blue and cinnamon toning, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78
One Shilling and SixpenceBank Token 1812 Proof with small lettering on the reverse ESC 975, Bull 2117, rated R7 by Bull and of the highest rarity. (1-2 examples believed to exist). Obverse and reverse with a choice deep blue and grey tone. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85
Shilling 1708 Plumes ESC 1148 A/UNC and lustrous, slabbed and graded LCGS 75, the finest of just 2 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS population Report
Shilling 1721 Roses and Plumes ESC 1171, Bull 1577 (8 strings to Harp) EF the obverse with some haymarking, our records indicate this is the first we have offered since 2003, whereas we have offered all the various overdates for this year, so probably rarer than the 'R' rating given by ESC, Cataloguer's Note, there is evidence of doubling to the 21 in the date but is quite different to examples of the published overdates we have studied, also Bull states the overdates have 7 or 9 harp strings and the Plain date coin has 8 harp strings, graded 65 by LCGS
Shilling 1700 Fifth Bust, No Stops on Reverse, Tall 00 in date ESC 1122, Bull 1153 (Bull lists the cross reference as ESC 1122A) a mint example with original surfaces and colour, the reverse in particular further enhanced by gold and grey toning, a superb piece with lots of eye appeal, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80. Only 2 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report of which this is the finest. We also note PCGS have only graded 3 examples, and NGC only one example
Shilling 1750 50 over 46 Wide Round 0 in date, this contradicts the coins listed in ESC and Bull. It is stated that the 50 over 46 is only found with narrow 0, whereas the 5 over 4 is listed with wide 0. This coin clearly shows an overdate on the last two figures of the date and has the round rather than tall 0 in the date. An interesting piece, a most attractive example, the reverse particularly lustrous and pleasing with light toning. in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 78
Shilling 1844 ESC 1291, Bull 2990 A highly lustrous example displaying original mint bloom, further enhanced by touches of attractive golden tone, a particularly eye-catching and outstanding example, the early Young Head coins with the extra obverse relief excellent examples of the type. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1708 Third Bust, plain below bust, plain in angles ESC 1147, Bull 1399, a superb example with original surfaces, attractive gold and blue toning over original mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82. The second finest of 34 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1825 Laureate Head as ESC 1253, Bull 2402 with B P initials below the bust (no stops) LCGS variety 9, a choice example, deeply toned, the obverse with golden tone, the reverse with a colourful and original tone
Shilling 1852 ESC 1299, Bull 3001, a most attractive example displaying much original mint lustre with hints of golden toning in the legends, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1859 ESC 1307, Bull 3015, Davies 879 dies 4A (Obverse: I of VICT points to a rim tooth, Reverse: noticeable gap between SHIL and LING) A choice piece with subtle gold and blue toning over original mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85
Shilling 1889 Small Jubilee Head ESC 1354, Bull 3141, Davies 984 dies 1C, Q of QUI with looped tail, VF or better/GVF with golden tone and excellent eye appeal, Rare and very seldom seen in all grades above Fine
Shilling 1666 Elephant below bust, First Bust Variety, ESC 1026, Bull 507 VG or slightly better for wear, the obverse with two X-shaped scratches, the reverse with some weakness on the French shield and a flan flaw, a rare one-year type coin, rated R2 by both ESC and Bull
Shilling 1872 ESC 1324, Bull 3042, Die Number 36, a choice example with practically full original mint lustre, a particularly eye-catching example, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 85, the joint finest known of 24 examples thus far recorded by the LCGS Population Report
Shilling 1817 IIONI (Unbarred H) LCGS Variety 03 a sharp example displaying choice blue and green toning and considerable eye appeal. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1853 ESC 1300, Bull 3002, A sharply struck eye-catching example displaying original mint lustre and bloom, the reverse enhanced by touches of golden tone. In an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82
Shilling 1686 G over A in MAG, ESC 1071, this variety unlisted for 1686 by ESC or Bull, who list this type for 1687 with 7 over 6, so an interesting insight into the origins of the variety, VG/Fine the obverse with some tooling, our archive database shows that this is only the second example we have offered
Shilling 1866 ESC 1314, Bull 3027, Die Number 24. in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 82, an outstanding and extremely eye-catching example with deep blue/green and grey tone
Shilling 1875 ESC 1327, Bull 3045, Die Number 14, a mint example with original lustre, and with traces of golden tone, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
Shilling 1905 ESC 1414, Bull 3591 Fine/Good Fine and bold, the key date in the series, we have seen 1905 Shillings similar to this graded 'for type' as VF on the internet
Shilling 1816 ESC 1228, Bull 2140 a most attractive example with blue, green and golden tone over original mint lustre, in an LCGS holder and graded LCGS 80
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