Description
1834 William IV Shilling –
£250
Date: 1834
Condition: Extremely Fine (EF)
Mintage: 3,223,440
Design Description: The obverse features an uncrowned portrait of King William IV facing right, with the legend “GULIELMUS IIII D: G: BRITANNIAR REX F: D:”. The reverse shows a crown above the denomination “ONE SHILLING” within a wreath, with the date below.
Spink Reference: S.3835
KM Reference: KM #713
Metal Content: Sterling silver (.925)
Historical Information: This shilling was minted during the reign of King William IV (1830-1837) and is part of the British sterling silver coinage. The standard weight of these coins was 2/11 troy ounce (87.3 grains).
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