1970 Proof English Shilling Coin in Capsule1970 Proof English Shilling Coin in Capsule
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1970 Proof English Shilling Coin in Capsule

£6.00

  • Country: United Kingdom (UK)
  • Denomination: One Shilling (often historically nicknamed a “Bob”)
  • Year of Strike: 1970
  • Mint: The Royal Mint
  • Mintage: 750,476 (Proof Only)
  • Finish: Proof
  • Composition: Copper-Nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
  • Weight: 5.65 grams
  • Diameter: 23.5 mm
  • Edge: Milled
  • Obverse Design: The first definitive profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin surrounded by the royal titles.
  • Reverse Design: The English variant, showcasing the crowned Royal Shield of Arms containing three lions passant guardant (distinguishing it from the alternative Scottish single-lion design).

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Are you looking to add a true milestone of British monetary history to your coin collection? The 1970 English Shilling marks the end of a legendary 488-year currency era. Struck just months before the United Kingdom abandoned the ancient pounds, shillings, and pence system (£sd), this beautiful coin is a must-have piece of nostalgia from a transitional decade.

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Weight 55 g

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