1953 United Kingdom - 5 Shillings - Elizabeth II Coronation - Uncirculated

1953 Great Britain 5 Shillings - Elizabeth II Coronation - Uncirculated

Commemorating the Coronation of HM Queen Elizabeth II, this 1953 5 Shilling coin is a historic piece of British numismatic history.

• Country of Issue: Great Britain
• Year & Denomination: 1953, 5 Shillings (Crown)
• Mintage: 37,061,000
• Composition: Cupro-nickel
• Grade: Uncirculated
• Obverse Design: Features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II mounted on her horse, Winston.
• Reverse Design: Depicts the four quarterings of the Royal Arms in a saltire arrangement, with a rose, thistle, shamrock, and leek in the intervening spaces.
• Edge Lettering: 'FAITH AND TRUTH I WILL BEAR UNTO YOU'
• Packaging: Supplied in a brand new Mylar coin flip for protection.

About this Coin

This coin holds a special place as the first commemorative coin of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign. Its unique design, featuring the Queen on horseback, captures a moment of royal grandeur. Despite its age, this coin remains legal tender, adding to its appeal for collectors and history enthusiasts alike.