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3 Pence - Elizabeth II 1st portrait
| Copper-nickel | 1.41 g | 16.3 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodesia and Nyasaland |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1953-1964) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1955-1964 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound (1955-1964) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 16.3 mm |
| Thickness | 0.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#3773 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Flame Lily dividing date, legend above, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RHODESIA AND NYASALAND
19 57
P.V.
· THREE PENCE ·
Engraver: Paul Vincze
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pence - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) 1955-1964 from Rhodesia and Nyasaland coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland, which was a short-lived political union between the colonies of Southern Rhodesia, Northern Rhodesia, and Nyasaland. The federation was formed in 1953 and lasted until 1963, when it was dissolved due to growing nationalism and desire for independence among the member states. Despite this tumultuous period, the coin remains a valuable collector's item and a piece of history for those interested in the region's numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1956 | 3200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1957 | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1962 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1963 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1964 | 3600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pence - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) 1955-1964 coin.
