© David Mikeladze
© David Mikeladze
2½ Shillings - George V 2½ Shillings 2½
| Silver (.800) (80%Ag, 20%Cu) | 14.14 g | 32.3 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1923-1925 |
| Value | 2½ Shillings (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound (1825-1961) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) (80%Ag, 20%Cu) |
| Weight | 14.14 g |
| Diameter | 32.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.12 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 March 1961 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#21732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered shield dividing date. legend above, denomination and engraver's initials below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOUTH-AFRICA ZUID-AFRIKA
19 23
K G
2½ SHILLINGS 2½
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Shillings - George V (2½ Shillings 2½) 1923-1925 coin from South Africa is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1923, just a year after the establishment of the Union of South Africa, which united four colonies into a single country. The coin's design, featuring an image of King George V, reflects the country's ties to the British Empire, which had previously ruled over the colonies. Despite the coin's connection to the British Empire, it was minted using a unique blend of 80% silver and 20% copper, which sets it apart from other coins of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | 1402 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1924 | 2555875 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1925 | 460143 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Shillings - George V (2½ Shillings 2½) 1923-1925 coin.
