Lot 325: UK 1959 and 1961 Elizabeth II One Shilling Coins, Scottish Reverse
Not sold
A collection of British one shilling coins from the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, featuring the Scottish reverse design. Each coin is struck in a white metal alloy. The obverse depicts the laureate portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, surrounded by the legend ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA. The reverse displays the Scottish crest, featuring a crowned lion rampant holding a sword and scepter, flanked by the Cross of St Andrew and the thistle. The reverse legends include FID DEF, the denomination ONE SHILLING, and the dates including 1959 and 1961. All coins feature a milled edge. The coins are contained within a clear plastic bag accompanied by a typed paper insert reading SCARCER SHILLING DATES 1959 SCOTTISH (5) 1961 SCOTTISH (5).
Condition report:
The coins exhibit signs of circulation including surface wear to the raised details of the portrait and the lion crest. Environmental toning and areas of dark tarnish are visible across several coins, notably on the 1961 dated example. Numerous contact marks and fine surface scratches are present on both the obverse and reverse faces. The coins are presented in a plastic grip-seal bag with a paper identification insert.
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