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5 Shillings - George VI Festival of Britain
1951 year| Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1951 |
| Value | 5 Shillings (¼) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#10641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date and designer's initials in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1951 B.P
Unabridged legend: Benedetto Pistrucci
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Incuse legend in Latin with dates in Roman numerals.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MDCCCLI CIVIUM INDUSTRIA FLORET CIVITAS MCMLI
Translation: 1851 By the industry of its people the state flourishes 1951
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 10/11 troy ounce (436.4 grains). Under the Coinage Act of 1946, the composition changed from .500 silver to .750 copper/.250 nickel but the weight remained unchanged.This coin was not included in demonetization legislation when decimalization was introduced in 1971. It has been confirmed by the Royal Mint that the coin remains legal tender, having been remonetized with a value of 25 pence.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benedetto_Pistrucci
Interesting fact
The 5 Shillings - George VI (Festival of Britain) 1951 coin from the United Kingdom features a unique design that commemorates the Festival of Britain, a national festival held in 1951 to celebrate the centenary of the Great Exhibition of 1851. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of the Festival's logo, which includes a stylized image of a lion and a unicorn, surrounded by the words "Festival of Britain 1951." This design was created by the artist and designer, Abram Games, who was known for his work in poster art and graphic design. The coin's unique design makes it a standout among other coins from the United Kingdom and a valuable collector's item for those interested in numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 1983500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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