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UK Silver Half Crown 1821
Discover the timeless elegance of the UK Silver Half Crown 1821. At Hoard of the Rings, you can have this beautiful old coin made into a stunning coin ring by placing a custom order with us.
Each piece is steeped in history and full of stories from the many hands it’s passed through, making it perfect as a gift or a keepsake from time gone by. Add this exceptional coin ring to your jewelry collection and own a piece of history with a contemporary twist.
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UK Silver Half Crown 1821

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  • The 1821 UK Silver Half Crown is a sterling silver coin from the reign of King George IV, notable for its elegant design and historical significance.

    Here’s a detailed summary of its features and background:

    🏛️ Historical Context

    • Monarch: King George IV, who reigned from 1820 to 1830.

    • Era: Early 19th century Britain, post-Napoleonic period, during a time of coinage reform and artistic revival in numismatics.

    • Demonetisation: The half crown was demonetised on 1 January 1970, ahead of the UK's switch to decimal currency1.

    🪙 Coin Specifications

    • Denomination: Half Crown (worth 2 shillings and 6 pence, or ⅛ of a pound).

    • Composition: Sterling Silver (.925 fine), with an ASW (Actual Silver Weight) of approximately 0.4205 oz1.

    • Weight: 218.2 grains (≈14.14 grams), exactly 2.5 times the weight of a shilling2.

    • Diameter: Typically around 32 mm, though slight variations exist.

    🎨 Design Details

    • Obverse:

      • Features a laureate portrait of King George IV facing left.

      • Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci.

      • Inscription: GEORGIUS IIII D: G: BRITANNIAR: REX F: D: (Latin for “George IV, by the Grace of God, King of the Britains, Defender of the Faith”)1.

    • Reverse:

      • Displays the crowned and garnished shield of the Royal Arms.

      • Includes symbols for England (three lions), Scotland (rampant lion), Ireland (harp), and Hanover (central escutcheon).

      • Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen

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