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2 Shillings - Elizabeth II 1st portrait; Silver Proof
1955 year| Silver (.500) | 11.31 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodesia and Nyasaland |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1953-1964) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1955 |
| Value | 2 Shillings (⅒) |
| Currency | Pound (1955-1964) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#94186 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
African Fish-Eagle with fish in talons dividing royal cypher, legend above, denomination and date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·RHODESIA AND NYASALAND·
E R
HP
TWO SHILLINGS·1955
Engraver: Thomas Humphrey Paget
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1955 Rhodesia and Nyasaland 2 Shillings Silver Proof coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for this coin and is not found on any other coins. This portrait was created by the artist Mary Gillick, who was commissioned by the Rhodesian government to create a special design for the coin. The portrait is notable for its youthful and relaxed depiction of the Queen, which was a departure from the more formal and serious portraits that were commonly used on coins at the time. This coin is highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity and unique design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 1955 coin.
