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2½ Shillings - Elizabeth II 1st portrait
| Silver (.500) (50%Ag, 50%Cu) | 14.14 g | 32.3 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1961) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1953-1960 |
| Value | 2½ Shillings (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound (1825-1961) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) (50%Ag, 50%Cu) |
| Weight | 14.14 g |
| Diameter | 32.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 March 1961 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#6084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered shield below divided date, legend around, denomination and engraver's initials below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOUTH AFRICA·1953·SUID-AFRIKA
K G
2½ S
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1953-1960 South African 2½ Shillings coin is that it was the first coin to feature Queen Elizabeth II's portrait, which was designed by sculptor Mary Gillick. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's transition from a British dominion to a republic. The coin's silver composition and unique design make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1954 | 3150 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1955 | 2850 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1956 | 1700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1957 | 1130 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1958 | 985 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1959 | 950 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1960 | 3360 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Shillings - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) 1953-1960 coin.
