Sale 31: The Pre-Long Beach Auction May 30 - June 1, 2005, Lot 2333
. Halfcrown, 1732. George II, young draped bust. Roses & Plumes reverse. S-3692. Edge not visible in the slab. Rare. Made from "West Country" silver alloy, ore from mines in Wales and vicinity, supplied by the Company for Smelting Pit Coale and Sea Coale, whose symbols were the roses and plumes seen in the open quarters of the reverse shield. Estimated Value $3,000-3,500. Realized $2,700 Courtesy Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers, Beverly Hills, CA. www.goldbergcoins.com