Ireland. Halfcrown (2 Scilling 6 Phingin) 1940

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Carmen Vera Gutiérrez
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Selected by Carmen Vera Gutiérrez

Experienced antique appraiser specialising in Spanish coins with deep knowledge of ancient currency.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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€120
FR
€31
IE
€26

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The 1940 Irish silver halfcrown (2 shillings 6 pence), designed by Percy Metcalfe, features a harp on the obverse and a horse on the reverse and weighs 14.13 g.

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Ireland

Halfcrown 1940

Silver halfcrown featuring the Irish harp with ÉIRE and the date on the obverse. The reverse depicts a horse facing left, with the Irish denomination LEAT ĊORÓIN and the value 2s 6d. The design is by Percy Metcalfe, whose initials PM appear below the horse.

An attractive uncirculated example retaining abundant mint lustre.

References: KM 16; Spink 6633

Composition: Silver
Weight: 14.13 g
Diameter: 32.19 mm

Seller's Story

Diogo Almeida Numismática (Alexandre55) é um grande entusiasta e colecionador de numismática. Dedica-se especialmente a coleções de moedas Portuguesas e do território Português desde 2012. Presente na Catawiki desde 2016, tem proporcionado a muitos colecionadores moedas da mais elevada qualidade. Dando prioridade ao profissionalismo, seriedade e máxima rapidez nos envios, tem obtido um feedback muito positivo dos mais diversos clientes e ajudado muitos colecionadores a completar as suas coleções de moedas, tentando prestar sempre um serviço de excelência. Diogo Almeida Numismática (Alexandre55) is a great enthusiast and coin collector. Since 2012 he especialised in collections of Portuguese coins. Working with Catawiki since 2016, he has provided many collectors with some of the highest quality coins. Prioritising professionalism, integrity and fast delivery, he has received very positive feedback from many customers and he has assisted many collectors in completing their coin collections, always aiming to provide excellent products and service.

Ireland

Halfcrown 1940

Silver halfcrown featuring the Irish harp with ÉIRE and the date on the obverse. The reverse depicts a horse facing left, with the Irish denomination LEAT ĊORÓIN and the value 2s 6d. The design is by Percy Metcalfe, whose initials PM appear below the horse.

An attractive uncirculated example retaining abundant mint lustre.

References: KM 16; Spink 6633

Composition: Silver
Weight: 14.13 g
Diameter: 32.19 mm

Seller's Story

Diogo Almeida Numismática (Alexandre55) é um grande entusiasta e colecionador de numismática. Dedica-se especialmente a coleções de moedas Portuguesas e do território Português desde 2012. Presente na Catawiki desde 2016, tem proporcionado a muitos colecionadores moedas da mais elevada qualidade. Dando prioridade ao profissionalismo, seriedade e máxima rapidez nos envios, tem obtido um feedback muito positivo dos mais diversos clientes e ajudado muitos colecionadores a completar as suas coleções de moedas, tentando prestar sempre um serviço de excelência. Diogo Almeida Numismática (Alexandre55) is a great enthusiast and coin collector. Since 2012 he especialised in collections of Portuguese coins. Working with Catawiki since 2016, he has provided many collectors with some of the highest quality coins. Prioritising professionalism, integrity and fast delivery, he has received very positive feedback from many customers and he has assisted many collectors in completing their coin collections, always aiming to provide excellent products and service.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Country/province
Ireland
Year/period and variation
1940
Denomination
Halfcrown (2 Scilling 6 Phingin)
Precious metal
Silver
Condition
Ungraded
Number of objects
1
PortugalVerified
3489
Objects sold
100%
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