2 Shillings - George V (Uniface Pattern) 1926 front 2 Shillings - George V (Uniface Pattern) 1926 back
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2 Shillings - George V Uniface Pattern

1926 year
- - -
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
George V (1910-1936)
Type
Pattern
Year
1926
Value
2 Shillings (⅒)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#346757
Rarity index
97%

The A Pattern 2 Shillings - George V (Uniface Pattern) 1926 coin from the United Kingdom is unique because it features a one-sided design, with the reverse side being blank. This was a deliberate design choice, as the coin was intended to be used as a trial piece for a new coinage system, and the blank reverse side allowed for the testing of different metallic compositions without the need for additional tooling. This coin is a rare and interesting example of numismatic history, and its uniface design sets it apart from other coins of the time.