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8 Shillings - Elizabeth II 2nd Portrait; Silver Proof Issue
1970 year| Silver (.925) | 32.40 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | The Gambia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1965-1970) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 8 Shillings (⅖) |
| Currency | Pound (1966-1971) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 32.40 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Thickness | 2.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#109278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Hippopotamus, denomination above. Values in both Wolof and Mandinka languages below hippo.
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Lettering:
8 SHILLINGS
جاردرخر دليس جل
Translation: "dalasi fula" (Mandinka) and "dérém nyaar" (Wolof). Both mean "Two basic currencies", - two derem / two dalasis
Engraver: Henry Rowland Hill
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, known as the "second portrait," which was designed by sculptor Arnold Machin and introduced in 1968. This portrait was used on coins of several Commonwealth countries, including The Gambia, until 1984. The use of this portrait on the 8 Shillings coin from The Gambia in 1970 makes it a distinctive and collectible piece for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 4500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Shillings - Elizabeth II (2nd Portrait; Silver Proof Issue) 1970 coin.
