Antiques and Collectibles
A collection of UK silver coinage divided into two categories based on date and fineness. The first group comprises sterling silver (.925 fine) issued prior to 1920. This group includes an 1889 Queen Victoria Crown with the St. George and Dragon reverse and an 1887 Jubilee Head Double Florin featuring cruciform shields on the reverse. The selection is completed by various circulated denominations including florins, shillings, sixpences, and silver threepences. The second group comprises silver coinage (.500 fine) issued after 1920. This group is headlined by a 1935 George V Silver Jubilee Crown, known as the Rocking Horse crown, and contains a variety of George V and George VI silver denominations.
Weight: 9.5 ounces (pre-1920 group)
Weight: 5 ounces (post-1920 group).
Condition report:
The coins are in varied circulated condition. Wear patterns range from moderate to heavy across the collection. Many pieces exhibit significant dark grey or black toning and oxidation. No professional grading is present.
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