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© Royal Mint Museum
1 Shilling - Edward VIII Pattern
1937 year| Silver (.500) | 5.64 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VIII (1936) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 5.64 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#189760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Scottish crest comprising facing lion seated atop a Scottish crown, holding sword and sceptre, dividing the date, saltire bearing shield to the left, thistle to the right, legend above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FID : DEF · IND : IMP
19 37
K G
ONE · SHILLING
Translation: Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Shilling - Edward VIII (Pattern) 1937 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, Edgar Bertram MacKennal. MacKennal's design features a portrait of King Edward VIII, who abdicated before the coin was released into circulation, making it a rare and unique piece of numismatic history.
