My oldest yet but what is it?

[Old Dude]

Hi all. Got out for a cold but rewarding hunt this morning. I apologise for the pics, but I not only need help identifying the coin, but tips on cleaning it are also sought. I rinsed it with water and lightly scrubbed it with a soft toothbrush to get the little detail visible so far. Am hoping there's enough for you old coin experts to say what it is. Should I do the hot peroxide bath? I am guessing a weak electrolysis (homemade setup with cell phone charger) would not be recommended? Thanks for your help in advance. Better pics will come upon cleaning.

 

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[taz42o]

George 2 half penny maybe.

Pictures of Half Penny Coins of George II

 

[smokeythecat]

Definitely George ii

 

[cudamark]

With the wear that coin has, cleaning it much more isn't going to help.

 

[Old Dude]

Thanks for the ID! It seems you've nailed it.

 

[Beeps in my sleep]

If you want as much detail as you can get use a graphite pencil and paper and do a rub. That is how I got the date off my 1718. Then I sprayed the paper with hair spray to keep the graphite intact. Still an oldie. Good Job Old Dude!