1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Half Crown
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The 1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Half Crown coin, engraved by Mary Gillick, and made of copper-nickel (75% cu, 25% ni). Weighing 14.14 grams, with a diameter of 32.3 mm, and a thickness of 2.2 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.
The obverse is young laureate bust of queen elizabeth ii right, legend around. note: with 'britt:omn'. It reads “+ ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA BRITT:OMN:REGINA”. The reverse is crowned quartered shield of arms flanked by e and r, legend above, denomination and date below. It reads “+ FID· ·DEF + E R E·F C·T HALF CROWN 1953”.
Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)
- Weight
- 14.14 g
- Diameter
- 32.3 mm
- Thickness
- 2.2 mm
- Edge
- Reeded
- Designer
- Mary Gillick
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Half Crown made of?
- The 1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Half Crown is made of copper-nickel (75% cu, 25% ni), weighs 14.14 grams, measures 32.3 mm in diameter.
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