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1 Pound - Victoria Adelaide Pound - Beaded; South Australia

1852 year
Gold (.917) 8.75 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
South Australia (Australian States)
Queen
Victoria (1837-1901)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1852
Value
1 Pound
Currency
Pound sterling (1788-1900)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
8.75 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#17315
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Written value within beaded circle, weight and fineness around

Script: Latin

Lettering:
WEIGHT, 5 DWT: 15 GRS:
VALUE
ONE
POUND
22 CARATS.

Designer: James Payne

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Adelaide Pound - Beaded; South Australia 1852 coin is that it was made of gold (.917) and weighed 8.75g, which was a significant departure from the standard coins of the time, which were typically made of copper or silver. This coin's unique composition and weight made it stand out and is a fascinating aspect of its history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1852  50 - - - - - -

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