1 Shilling coin from Cyprus (Κυπριακή Δημοκρατία, Kıbrıs Cumhuriyeti). The coin was circulated in 1947 and will be picked randomly. Various grades from Good to Very fine. A photo is for advertising purposes only. The coin may have scratches, dirt, or damage from oxidation.
Country: Cyprus
Continents: Europe
Denomination: 1 Shilling
Value: 1 Shilling
Type: Standard circulation coin
Year: 1947
Numismatic period: King George Vi 1937 - 1952
Year demonetized: Yes
Number of coins: 1
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 23.7 mm.
Thickness: 1.8 mm.
Weight: 5.65 g.
Shape: Round
Technique: Milled
Orientation: Medal alignment ↑↑
Mint: Royal Mint (Tower Hill)
Obverse: Crowned Head To Left P.M. (= Percy Metcalfe) In Relief Below And In A Circle The Inscription.
Obverse lettering: GEORGIVS VI DEI GRA.REX ET IND.IMP. P.M.
Reverse: Two Heraldic Lions In A Circle The Inscription.
Reverse lettering: ONE CYPRUS SHILLING 1947
Edge: Reeded, more fine than silver coins of the same period
ℹ Themes: Coat Of Arms, Royal Family, Crowns, Monarch, Cat Or Feline
👑 Kings: George VI (1936 - 1952)
👑 King: George Vi
👑 Rulers: George Vi
