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1 Shilling - Elizabeth II 1st portrait
| Copper-nickel | 5.66 g | 23.6 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodesia and Nyasaland |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1953-1964) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1955-1957 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound (1955-1964) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 23.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#15122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Standing image of sable antelope facing left, legend above, date and denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RHODESIA AND NYASALAND
1956
P.V.
ONE SHILLING
Engraver: Paul Vincze
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) 1955-1957 from Rhodesia and Nyasaland coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the transition from the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland to the independence of Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. This coin is a symbol of the region's rich history and the evolution of its political landscape.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1956 | 1700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1957 | 3500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) 1955-1957 coin.
