CVC & Collectables presents this 1746 1/2 Crown Great Britain, struck during the reign of King George II and certified XF 40 by NGC. This exceptional coin bears the famous “LIMA” countermark — a reference to silver captured from Spanish treasure ships near Lima, Peru, and used by the British to strike coins during the War of Jenkins’ Ear. A historic and collectible piece of British numismatics, combining royal imagery, naval history, and colonial-era silver.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Great Britain
- Monarch: George II
- Date: 1746
- Mint: London
- Denomination: 1/2 Crown
- Composition: Sterling Silver (.925 fine)
- Weight: ~14.14 grams
- Diameter: ~32 mm
- Edge: Milled (inscribed)
- Grade: NGC XF 40 — Strong detail with even wear and excellent surfaces
- Special Mark: LIMA — struck from silver captured from Spanish ships near Lima, Peru
Obverse:
- Design: Laureate portrait of King George II facing left
- Inscription: GEORGIVS II DEI GRATIA — “George II, by the Grace of God”
Reverse:
- Design: Crowned cruciform shields with the Garter Star at center, date divided by the crown above
- Inscription: M B F ET H REX F D B ET L D S R I A T ET E — abbreviating the king’s many titles
- Mark: LIMA under the central shields — a proud declaration of British naval victory
Collectibility:
The 1746 1/2 Crown Great Britain is not only a beautiful example of mid-18th century British coinage, but also a tangible relic of international conflict and empire. Struck from silver seized during wartime naval raids, the LIMA inscription celebrates Britain’s success in capturing Spanish treasure fleets. With a solid NGC XF 40 grade, this coin offers historic value and collector appeal — ideal for enthusiasts of British history, colonial-era coinage, or maritime treasures. Find more alike here!
