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1823 Halfcrown George IV Silver Coin

1823 Halfcrown George IV Silver Coin Reverse

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Collectable 1823 silver Halfcrown from the short reign of King George IV. George came to the throne in 1820, having acted as regent for his father, George III, for the previous decade. The younger George's reign was marred by scandal, but is remembered by coin collectors for the quality of its numismatic output. This 1823 coin features an elaborate left-facing laureate portrait of George IV by Italian engraver Benedetto Pistrucci, paired with a finely detailed crowned royal shield and garter motif, attributed to French artist Benedetto Pistrucci. Royal Mint records indicate that 2,003,760 silver coins were struck with these designs in the 1823 calendar year, and they remain a key addition to any serious Halfcrown date run.
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Garnished Shield Reverse

French-born engraver Jean Baptiste Merlen designed the crowned shield of royal arms, encircled by a collar and a garter, that is shown on the reverse of 1823 Halfcrowns with the words 'ANNO 1823' below.

Laureate Head Of George IV

The large, left-facing laureate head of King George IV that appears on the obverse of these silver coins is the work of Italian artist Benedetto Pistrucci and is encircled by the words 'GEORGIUS IIII D: G: BRITANNIAR: REX F: D:'.

Struck In Solid Silver

In 1816, a new specification was established for Halfcrowns as part of an overhaul of British currency. These coins were to be struck in 14.14 grams of .925 sterling silver with a 32 millimetre diameter and a milled edge.

1823 Halfcrown Mintage

London's Royal Mint struck 2,003,760 silver Halfcrowns in the 1823 calendar year, making this date a fairly common one in the George IV series. Notably, no Halfcrowns were issued dated 1822, the preceding calendar year.

Collecting Historic Currency Coins

These Georgian Halfcrowns are historic British coins that saw circulation in the 19th century. They will show signs of use typical of their age and grade, including wear to the high points, marks, toning, edge dings and scratches.