© Walder Coins
© Walder Coins
1 Shilling - Victoria 2nd portrait; 2nd 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 | 1889-1892 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#10676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Crowned Royal shield within Garter, divided date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE
1889
Translation: Shame on he who thinks evil of it
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 2/11 troy ounce (87.3 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - Victoria (2nd portrait; 2nd type) coin from the United Kingdom is that it was minted during a period of significant change in the British Empire. Queen Victoria's reign, which spanned from 1837 to 1901, saw the expansion of the British Empire to its largest extent, as well as the gradual shift towards greater independence for its colonies. This coin, minted between 1889 and 1892, represents a small but tangible piece of that history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 | 7039600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 | 8794000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 | 5565300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 | 4591600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling - Victoria (2nd portrait; 2nd type) 1889-1892 coin.
