1970 Shilling Elizabeth II Proof (Scottish shield, without 'BRITT:OMN')
Elizabeth II Scottish shield; without 'BRITT:OMN'
1970United KingdomProof
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1970 Shilling Elizabeth II Proof (Scottish shield, without 'BRITT:OMN') is a United Kingdom Shilling coin struck in 1970 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 750,400 were minted. It is rated 3/10 for rarity (uncommon). It is struck in copper-nickel (75% copper, 25 nickel), weighs 5.66 g and measures 23.5 mm across.
Physical Properties
Composition:Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25 nickel)
Weight:5.66g
Shape:Round
Diameter:23.5mm
Thickness:1.7mm
Currency:Pound sterling (1158-1971)
Mint:Royal Mint (Tower Hill)
Features & Details
RoundCopper-nickel (75% copper, 25 nickel)
Is the 1970 Shilling (Elizabeth II) rare?
Its proof mintage of 750,400 is the 24th lowest of 25 proof Shilling coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1970 Elizabeth II Shilling
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 Shilling Elizabeth II Proof (English shield, without 'BRITT:OMN') | Proof | English shield, without 'BRITT:OMN' | 750,400 | £2.99Numista catalogue, About Uncirculated |
| 1970 Shilling Elizabeth II Proof (Scottish shield, without 'BRITT:OMN') (this page) | Proof | Scottish shield, without 'BRITT:OMN' | 750,400 | — |
Elizabeth II Shilling by year
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