© A. KOIFMAN JR.
© A. KOIFMAN JR.
1 Shilling - Victoria 2nd portrait; 1st type
| Silver (.925) | 5.66 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1887-1889 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#5615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Crowned Royal shield within Garter, divided date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE
18 87
Translation: Shame on he who thinks evil of it
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 2/11 troy ounce (87.3 grains).Below is an image showing the reverse varieties for the Jubilee head shilling, reproduced
with kind permission of Numista member Sjoelund and Declan Magee Coins
