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I purchased this 1745 George II LIMA half crown on eBay for £170 and have been looking into its authenticity. The coin measures 33.24mm on the 12 to 6 axis and 34.54mm on the 9 to 3 axis, meaning a slightly oval flan. Thickness is 1.98mm and weight is 14.94 grams. I recently measured a second LIMA half crown in person, which measures almost identically  (33.50mm from 12 to 6 and 34.32mm from 9 to 3) suggesting the oval may be a characteristic of this type (?).

Under loupe examination, the reverse fields show what appears to be a genuine aged surface, with scarred pitting, micro abrasions, and contact marks across the surface. Edge inscription is legible throughout and doesn’t show any clear evidence of fillings or any seams. I don't have access to a silver tester, but I am fairly certain it is silver.

The main discussion points I've had are the sharpness and the relief, particularly of the reverse, along with the slight reddish coloration (though I think my photos overstate this) and overall large-ish and oval diameter.

I’m happy to provide any additional photos or closeups. Authentic or not, what do you guys think? 

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Is this not the same subject matter as here: 

 

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2 minutes ago, Chris Perkins said:

Is this not the same subject matter as here: 

 

Largely, but I've added details, measurements, and further context from my research into the coin, so its not quite the same. If posting more than one post on a single topic matter isn't allowed I apologise - I wasn't aware

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2 minutes ago, Halfcrowned said:

Largely, but I've added details, measurements, and further context from my research into the coin, so its not quite the same. If posting more than one post on a single topic matter isn't allowed I apologise - I wasn't aware

It's allowed but it would make far more senses to add to your previous post to save this kind of confusion.

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