A UK George IV silver Half Crown dated 1821. The obverse features the laureate head of King George IV facing right, with the Latin legend GEORGIUS IIII D: G: BRITANNIAR: REX F: D:. The reverse depicts a crowned, garnished shield bearing the royal arms of the United Kingdom, flanked by floral emblems of a thistle, rose, and shamrock, with the legend ANNO 1821 at the base. The coin features a milled edge and is struck in .925 sterling silver. This issue is catalogued as KM# 676. The 1821 date marks the first year of issue for George IV silver coinage.
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