1888 8/7 Queen Victoria Shilling
The 1888 8/7 Queen Victoria Shilling is a notable die variety from the United Kingdom. composed of silver (.925) (5.66 g).
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The 1888 8/7 Queen Victoria Shilling coin, engraved by William Wyon, and made of silver (.925). Weighing 5.66 grams, with a diameter of 23.5 mm, and a thickness of 1.7 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.
The obverse is uncrowned portrait ('young head') of queen victoria left, legend around. It reads "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITANNIAR:REG:F:D:". The reverse is crown above denomination within wreath, date below. note: die number location above date. It reads "ONE SHILLING 115 1873".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Silver (.925)
- Weight
- 5.66 g
- Diameter
- 23.5 mm
- Thickness
- 1.7 mm
- Edge
- Reeded
- Designer
- William Wyon
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1888 8/7 Queen Victoria Shilling made of?
- The 1888 8/7 Queen Victoria Shilling is made of silver (.925), weighs 5.66 grams, and measures 23.5 mm in diameter.