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½ Coróin / 2 Scilling 6 Pingin
1961 year| Copper-nickel | 14.14 g | 32.32 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1937-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1961 |
| Value | ½ Crown = 2 Shillings 6 Pence (½ Coróin) (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound (1826-1971) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 14.14 g |
| Diameter | 32.32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#87695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Irish Hunter Horse facing left.
Script: Latin (Gaelic)
Lettering:
leat cORóin
2s6d
PM
Translation:
Half crown
Two Shilling Six Pence
Engraver: Percy Metcalfe
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This coin is a mule. Distinguishing characteristics: 2s6d the d is open, PM the P is not under the hoof.Interesting fact
The Pattern ½ Coróin / 2 Scilling 6 Pingin 1961 coin from Ireland is unique because it was never officially released into circulation. It was minted as a pattern coin, which means it was created as a trial or sample coin to test the design and production process, but it was never put into circulation. This makes it a rare and interesting collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Coróin / 2 Scilling 6 Pingin 1961 coin.
