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2 Shillings - Elizabeth II
1954 year| Copper-nickel | 11.31 g | 28.52 mm |
| Issuer | Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1964) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1954 |
| Value | 2 Shillings (⅒) |
| Currency | Pound (1932-1955) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#20966 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Sable Antelope (Hippotragus niger - Bovidae)facing left, denomination below, name towards top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOUTHERN RHODESIA
1954
KG
·TWO SHILLINGS·
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1954 Zimbabwe 2 Shillings coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side features a traditional African hut and a farmer plowing the land, symbolizing the country's agricultural heritage. This design was specifically created to reflect the country's transition from a colonial territory to an independent nation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1954 coin.
