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25 Cents - George V
| Silver (.550) | 2.9160 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1919-1926 |
| Value | 25 Cents (0.25) |
| Currency | Rupee (1871-1972) |
| Composition | Silver (.550) |
| Weight | 2.9160 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#12119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Denomination
Lettering:
CEYLON
25
CENTS
௨௫ சதம்.
ශත චිසිපත
·1921·
Translation: Twenty Five Cents
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in Sri Lanka, which was then known as Ceylon. The coin was issued during the reign of King George V, who ruled from 1919 to 1926. During this time, Sri Lanka was still a British colony, but there was growing nationalism and calls for independence. The coin's design, which features a portrait of the king and the words "Ceylon" and "25 Cents," reflects the country's status as a British colony. However, the use of silver in the coin's minting and its relatively low denomination suggest that it was intended for everyday use by the local population. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history and cultural exchange that took place in Sri Lanka during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 B | 1400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1920 B | 1600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1921 B | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1922 | 1211000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1925 | 1004000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1926 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Cents - George V 1919-1926 coin.
