Coins
The Royal Mint
Category
Coins and medals
Date
1837
Materials
Silver
Measurements
16 mm (Diameter); 1.88 g (Weight)
Place of origin
London
Collection
Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1156284
Summary
Coins. Eight British William IV fourpenny groat silver coins. The obverse shows the bare head of William IV, facing right, surrounded by the inscription GULIELMASIIII D.G. BRITANNIAR REX F.D. The reverse shows the seated figure of Britannia with trident and shield, facing right, surrounded by the inscription FOUR PENCE 1836.
Provenance
Given by Philip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Makers and roles
The Royal Mint, manufacturer