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1 Shilling - George IV 1st portrait; 1st reverse
1821 year| Silver (.925) | 5.66 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George IV (1820-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1821 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#23722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Crowned and garnished shield of arms with natioal flower emblems around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNO 1821
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 2/11 troy ounce (87.3 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1821 George IV silver shilling is that it was the first coin to feature the new "young head" portrait of the king, which was designed by William Wyon. This portrait was a departure from the previous "mature head" design that had been used on coins since George IV's accession to the throne in 1820. The new design was meant to depict the king in a more youthful and vigorous light, and it was used on many British coins throughout the 1820s and 1830s.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1821 | 2463100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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