Distinctive feature Re-engraved
Edge Reeded
Error Die cracks
Face value 1 shilling
Grade VF
Metal Silver
Year of issue 1888
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Country: Great Britain
Ruler: Queen Victoria (1837-1901)
Type: Standard circulation coin
Years: 1888/7 Jubilee (1887-1889) (Overdate)
Value: 1 shilling = 12 Pence (1/120 LSD)
Mintage: 4,526,800
Composition: Silver (.925)
Weight: 5.55 g
Diameter: 23.5 mm
Grade: VF25+ (Retained Broken Die)
Shape: Round
Orientation: Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized: Yes
References: KM# 761, Sp# 3926
Obverse:
Smaller crowned bust ('Jubilee Head') of Queen Victoria left, legend around.
Lettering: VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITT: REGINA F: D:
Translation: Victoria by the Grace of God Queen of the Britains Defender of the Faith.
Engraver: Joseph Edgar Boehm.
Reverse:
Crowned Royal shield within Garter, divided date below,
Lettering:
HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE
18 88
Translation: Shame on he who thinks evil of it.
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon.
Edge:
Reeded.
Comments:
The standard weight of these coins was 2/11 troy ounce (87.3 grains).
Reference : KM# 761, Sp# 3926
Source : https://en.numista.com/catalogue/pieces5...
Collection : Victoria - Queen Empress (1837-1901) of Great Britain & British India