1783 John Chalmers Shilling. W-1790. Rarity-4. Birds, Long Worm. Good Details--Holed (PCGS).The obverse of this piece offers particularly bold detail despite being off center trivially to 6 oclock, the entire design on that side fully appreciable with the exception of the letter S in ANNAPOLIS and the adjacent rosette, which have been obliterated by a crudely executed hole. The reverse is a bit better centered, but more heavily worn with the design on that side indistinct except for the word SHILLING and part of the date. That side of the coin is warmly toned in pearl gray, the reverse much darker in steely-charcoal. Scratches over the clasped hands are noted, as are a few other wispy handling marks in isolated areas on both sides. More affordable quality for the type that is sure to appeal to the budget minded collector.
