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5 Shillings - Elizabeth II Battle of Hastings
1966 year| Copper-nickel | 28.47 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1966 |
| Value | 5 Shillings (¼) |
| Currency | Pound (1813-1971) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.47 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3.10 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 27 December 1971 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#9587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Three lions on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BAILIWICK OF JERSEY
1066 1966
· FIVE SHILLINGS ·
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 900th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, which took place in 1066 and marked a significant turning point in English history. The coin's design features a depiction of King Harold II, who led the English army against the invading Normans, and the reverse side shows a representation of the Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the events leading up to the battle.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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