Shilling

A shilling. Obverse: Engraved on a smooth surface starboard broadside view of a full-rigged merchantman under sail. Reverse: A coat-of-arms showing a boat, oars and cushions supported by dolphins. A crest above, a ribbon scroll below.

Object Details

ID: MEC1664
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Engraved commemorative coin - shilling
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Late 18th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 24 mm