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Celebrate the coronation year of Queen Elizabeth II with this rare, original 1953 South African Union coin set.
This set includes 4 silver coins and 3 bronze coins, all featuring Her Majesty's portrait making it one of the most iconic royal numismatic collectibles from the early reign of the Queen.
This was the last decade of Union coinage before South Africa became a republic, and 1953 was the very first year QEII coins were issued in South Africa!
Denomination | Composition | Obverse | Reverse Design |
---|---|---|---|
2 Shillings | 50% Silver | Queen Elizabeth II | RSA Coat of Arms |
1 Shilling | 50% Silver | Queen Elizabeth II | RSA Coat of Arms |
6 Pence | 50% Silver | Queen Elizabeth II | RSA Coat of Arms |
3 Pence | 50% Silver | Queen Elizabeth II | RSA Coat of Arms |
1 Penny | Bronze | Queen Elizabeth II | Sailing Ship (VOC) |
½ Penny | Bronze | Queen Elizabeth II | Ox-wagon |
¼ Penny | Bronze | Queen Elizabeth II | Sparrow |
Original 1953-dated coins
4 Silver Coins (50% silver content)
Bronze coins with historic VOC ship & wagon designs
All feature Queen Elizabeth IIs first official portrait
Displayed in original sealed vintage pack (green background)