British 1743 Roses King George II Full Crown

[JRocco]

The Seven Years' War continued after George II's death. It concluded during the early reign of George III, and led to important territorial gains for the British in North America and Asia. Nevertheless, the expensive conflict crippled the royal finances. British attempts to tax the Americans would lead to the American Revolution. Great Britain, however, fared much better in India. Company rule (that is, rule by the British East India Company) was secured within years of George II's death.

George II's disinterest in British government had contributed to the decline of the royal power. His successor, George III, sought to reverse the trend, but failed; thus, the power of ministers became well-established.

The patriotic song "God Save the King" was developed during George II's reign. It is thought that the first public performance of the song—whose author is unknown—occurred during the Forty-Five. In reference to the Jacobite Rebellion, a fourth verse (which included the words "Rebellious Scots to crush") was added, though it is now rarely sung. "God Save the King" (or "God Save the Queen") is now the unofficial national anthem of the United Kingdom, one of the two national anthems of New Zealand (along with "God Defend New Zealand"), and the royal anthem of Australia and Canada.

[Larry]

That's a nice example, JRocco.

I did a bit of research and came across a mint state example you may not have seen yet.

Sale 31: The Pre-Long Beach Auction May 30 - June 1, 2005
             

             
            Lot 2329Great Britain. Silver Crown, 1743. George II. Old laureate
            bust. Roses in reverse angles. S-3688. Edge not readable in the slab
            but designated as ESC-124, or regnal year "SEPTIMO," by NGC. Same
            reverse style as the 1741 crown, but now the portrait has aged,
            showing long wavy hair in a periwig. This coin is truly sweet! An
            exceptionally fine Uncirculated coin. Light iridescent gray toning.
            Letters outlined delicately in white luster. A small, fine scratch
            through the king's hair near his face is all but invisible. The
            strike is balanced and sharp. The surfaces enjoy a lustrous sheen
            seen on very few coins of the 18th century, and are a joy to inspect
            and appreciate! NGC graded MS-64.
            Estimated Value $4,500-5,000.

            Provenance: The Cheshire Collection.
             Realized $3,700

http://www.wildwinds.com/coins/SE/SE3688.html#E_georgeII_Peck_833

[BCNumismatics]

That's a very nice Crown.

King George II's British silver coins are an underrated area to collect.The 1758 6 Pence IS THE commonest silver coin from King George II's reign that turns up.

Aidan.

[JRocco]

Thanks guys.
Thanks for the link Larry.
I have seen that example  and am amazed to see a coin minted
at that time to be in such incredible condition. Imagine how many people
have handled that coin properly to keep her so nice.