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25 Cents - Victoria
| Silver (.800) | 2.9160 g | 17.85 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1892-1900 |
| Value | 25 Cents (0.25) |
| Currency | Rupee (1871-1972) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 2.9160 g |
| Diameter | 17.85 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#6980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Crowned bust facing left
Lettering:
VICTORIA
QUEEN
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 Queen Victoria, who ruled the British Empire at the time. The coin's mintage period, 1892-1900, saw significant changes in the country's economy, politics, and society, including the introduction of new crops, railways, and telegraphs, as well as the expansion of education and healthcare. Despite these changes, the coin's design remained relatively traditional, featuring an image of Queen Victoria on one side and the Ceylonese coat of arms on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the blending of traditional and modern elements during a time of transformation in Sri Lanka.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1895 | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1899 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Cents - Victoria 1892-1900 coin.
