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1 Dollar - George III Pattern
1798 year| (White metal) | - | - |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1798 |
| Value | 1 Dollar = 5 Shillings (¼) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | (White metal) |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#79464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered shield of arms, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M • B • F • ET • H • REX • F • D • B • ET • L • D • S • R • I • A • T • ET • E •
.17 98.
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland Defender of the Faith Duke of Brunswick and Lueneburg Arch Treasurer and Elector of the Holy Roman Empire
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Dollar - George III (Pattern) 1798 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by renowned artist and engraver, William Wyon. Wyon was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and his work can be seen on many coins from the Royal Mint. The coin's design features a portrait of King George III, who reigned from 1760 to 1820, and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
