1951 United Kingdom 5 Shillings - George VI - Festival of Britain - Prooflike

1951 Great Britain - 5 Shillings - George VI - Festival of Britain - Prooflike

This coin was not included in demonetization legislation when decimalization was introduced in 1971. It has been confirmed by the Royal Mint that the coin remains legal tender, having been remonetized with a value of 25 pence.

The standard weight of these coins was 10/11 troy ounce (436.4 grains). Under the Coinage Act of 1946, the composition changed from .500 silver to .750 copper/.250 nickel but the weight remained unchanged.

The edge features Incuse edge lettering in Latin , which reads:

Lettering: MDCCCLI CIVIUM INDUSTRIA FLORET CIVITAS MCMLI

Translation: 1851 By the industry of its people the state flourishes 1951.

Mintage: 1,983,500

Supplied in a brand-new clear plastic capsule.

All coins will be in a similar condition to that imaged.