Antique Georgian Silver Love Token Engraved Triangle Isle of Wight Dug Find
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Metal detecting find, dug up on the Isle of Wight. Antique/vintage love token made from a worn Georgian silver coin, likely a George III shilling. One side is hand-engraved with a triangle in a scrolling border; traces of the king’s bust and “D G” lettering remain on the reverse.
Pierced for wearing as a pendant.
Weight 4.78 g.
Wear and patina consistent with age and ground find, with a small nick at the edge.
Box not included.
About this piece
This love token tells the story of its own making: a Georgian shilling, worn smooth by circulation, was selected and hand-engraved with a triangle nestled within an ornate scrolling border—likely a symbol of affection or a personal mark. The reverse retains traces of King George III’s profile and the inscription
| Colour | Silver |
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| Style | Classic |
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