3 Pence - Elizabeth II 1st portrait; Silver Proof
1955 year| Silver (.500) | 1.41 g | 16.3 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodesia and Nyasaland |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1953-1964) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1955 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound (1955-1964) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 16.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#67379 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Flame Lily dividing date, legend above, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RHODESIA AND NYASALAND
19 55
P.V.
· THREE PENCE ·
Engraver: Paul Vincze
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pence - Elizabeth II (1st portrait; Silver Proof) 1955 from Rhodesia and Nyasaland is that it was minted during a brief period of currency union between the two territories, which were later to become separate countries, Zimbabwe and Malawi.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 1955 coin.
