© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
2 Shillings - Elizabeth II 1st portrait
1959 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 9.97 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Nigeria |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1963) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1959 |
| Value | 2 Shillings (⅒) |
| Currency | Pound (1918-1973) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 9.97 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1973 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15820 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Peanut plant
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FEDERATION OF NIGERIA
1959
P.V.
TWO SHILLINGS
Engraver: Paul Vincze
Edge
Security edge
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1959 Nigerian 2 Shillings coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for the Nigerian currency. This portrait was used on Nigerian coins from 1959 to 1963, and it is different from the more commonly seen portrait of the Queen that is featured on coins from other countries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 6031 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Shillings - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) 1959 coin.
