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United Kingdom Penny Coin
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Key Fact
Description
This is a British silver shilling coin featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and St. George and the Dragon on the reverse. It was minted between 1953 and 1967 by the Royal Mint. The edge is reeded, and the coin is made of silver. The obverse was designed by Mary Gillick, and the reverse by Benedetto Pistrucci.
History
The reign of Queen Elizabeth II began in 1952, and coins bearing her effigy were introduced shortly after. The shilling, a pre-decimal coin, was an integral part of the British currency system for centuries. The St. George and the Dragon motif has a long history on British coinage, symbolizing valor and victory.
Facts
The shilling was a popular denomination and was often referred to as 'a bob'. Its value was twelve pence. The reintroduction of the St. George and the Dragon reverse for Elizabeth II's reign was a nod to tradition. This coin represents a transitional period in British coinage before the decimalization.
Value Fact
Silver shillings from this era, especially in good condition, are sought after by collectors. While common dates can be found affordably, rarer dates or those in higher grades can command higher prices. Demand is driven by nostalgia for pre-decimal currency and interest in British royal coinage.
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