© A. KOIFMAN JR.
© A. KOIFMAN JR.
½ Crown - Edward VII
| Silver (.925) | 14.14 g | 32.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1902-1910 |
| Value | ½ Crown (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 14.14 g |
| Diameter | 32.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#12799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered shield of arms within Garter, legend around, divided date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FID: DEF: IND: IMP:
· HALF · 19 02 · CROWN ·
HONI SOIT · QUI MAL Y PENSE ·
Unabridged legend: Fidei Defensor Indiae Imperator
Translation:
Defender of the Faith Emperor of India
Shame on he who thinks evil of it
Engraver: George William de Saulles
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 5/11 troy ounce (218.2 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Crown - Edward VII 1902-1910 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in the British Empire. King Edward VII, who ruled from 1901 to 1910, was the first British monarch to visit India, and his reign saw the peak of the British Empire's power and influence. The coin's design, featuring the king's profile and the iconic St. Edward's Crown, symbolizes the strength and prestige of the British monarchy during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | 15100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 | 274800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 | 709600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 | 166000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 | 2886200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 | 3693900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 | 1758800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 | 3051500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 | 2557600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Crown - Edward VII 1902-1910 coin.
