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25 Cents - George V
| Silver (.800) | 2.916 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1911-1917 |
| Value | 25 Cents (0.25) |
| Currency | Rupee (1871-1972) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 2.916 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#18942 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Denomination
Scripts: Latin, Sinhala, Tamil
Lettering:
CEYLON
25
CENTS
௨௫ சதம்.
ශත චිසිපත
·1911·
Translation: Twenty Five Cents
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 25 Cents coin from Sri Lanka, also known as Ceylon, featuring George V, has an interesting fact. Despite being minted during the British colonial era, the coin's obverse features the image of George V, but the reverse features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's reverse depicts a traditional Sri Lankan drum, known as a "drum of the country," which was used in ancient times to signal important events and ceremonies. This design choice highlights the country's cultural identity and history, even during a time of colonial rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1917 | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1911-1917 coin.
