1 Shilling - George V (3rd type; modified effigy) 1926-1927 front 1 Shilling - George V (3rd type; modified effigy) 1926-1927 back
1 Shilling - George V (3rd type; modified effigy) 1926-1927 photo
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1 Shilling - George V 3rd type; modified effigy

 
Silver (.500) 5.66 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
George V (1910-1936)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1926-1927
Value
1 Shilling (1⁄20)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
5.66 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
31 December 1990
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#4928
Rarity index
16%

Reverse

Crowned lion passant atop crown dividing date, legend above, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FID: DEF: IND: IMP:
19 26
ONE SHILLING

Translation: Defender of the Faith Emperor of India

Engraver: George William de Saulles

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The standard weight of these coins was 2/11 troy ounce (87.3 grains).