1758 GEORGE II SHILLING – OLD HEAD
£250.00
Attractive 1758 George II Shilling from the Old Head series. A well‑struck milled silver issue featuring the mature portrait of George II and the classic cruciform shield reverse. A popular mid‑18th‑century denomination with strong collector appeal
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1758 George II Shilling – Old Head – Milled Silver
Classic 1758 George II Shilling — a desirable mid‑18th‑century milled silver issue. Struck in sterling silver, this shilling carries the older laureate bust of George II facing left, introduced late in his reign and used on silver denominations until 1760. The portrait’s mature features and refined engraving make it one of the most recognisable designs of the Georgian period.
The reverse displays the elegant cruciform arrangement of crowned shields representing England, Scotland, Ireland, and France, with sceptres in the angles and the central Garter Star — a robust and unmistakably Georgian motif. The 1758 issue sits near the end of George II’s coinage, offering collectors a well‑defined and historically rich example of mid‑18th‑century silver.
This denomination remains popular for its affordability, attractive design, and strong historical context.
Specifications
- Monarch: George II
- Type: Old Head Shilling
- Year: 1758
- Denomination: Shilling
- Metal: Sterling Silver (.925)
- Weight: Approx. 6.0g
- Diameter: Approx. 26mm
- Classification: Mid‑18th‑century milled silver
- Collectability: Popular Georgian silver type; late‑reign issue
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