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Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A


Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A
Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A
Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A
Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A
Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A

Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A  Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A

Superb antique brooch made from a genuine British 1/2 Crown (Half Crown) coin dated 1817. This historic coin from the reign of George III was transformed into a charming piece of jewelry (Love Token) in the 19th century. Obverse side: Fully hand-engraved with an elegant intertwined “A” monogram surrounded by scrollwork, framed by a Greek key border (meanders). Reverse side: Retains the original portrait of George III with the date clearly visible: 1817.

Inscription: “GEORGIUS III DEI GRATIA”. Fastening system: Antique pin with C-clasp, functional. Condition: In beautiful condition for an item over 200 years old. Original uncleaned patina (see photos for details of wear on the reverse).
Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A  Antique Solid Silver Brooch Half-Crown George III 1817 Engraved Monogram A