© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Shilling - Chalmers With Birds
1783 year| Silver (.910) | 3.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Maryland (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | John Chalmers |
| Period | Confederation Period (1781-1789) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1783 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver (.910) |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#351696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two birds fighting for a worm. Words surround.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1783. ONE SHILLING.
Engraver: Thomas Sparrow
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Shilling - Chalmers (With Birds) 1783 from Maryland is that it features a unique design of birds on the reverse side, which was not commonly seen on coins during that time period.
