Rare 1959 Federation of Nigeria One Shilling Coin – Queen Elizabeth II

Offered for sale is a beautifully preserved 1959 One Shilling coin from the Federation of Nigeria, featuring Queen Elizabeth II. This historic coin is a significant piece from Nigerias pre-independence era, struck just one year before the country gained independence in 1960.

Obverse:

• Features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing a crown.

• Inscription: "QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND"

Reverse:

• Shows a detailed image of a palm tree.

• Inscription: "FEDERATION OF NIGERIA"

• Date: 1959

• Denomination: "ONE SHILLING"

Specifications:

• Year: 1959

• Country: Federation of Nigeria (British Colonial Nigeria)

• Denomination: 1 Shilling

• Metal: Cupro-nickel

• Diameter: approx. 22.5 mm

• Weight: approx. 4.98 grams

• Condition: Good circulated condition

• Edge: Reeded

Historical Significance:
This coin is a collector's gem, representing the last series of Nigerian coins under British rule. It is a must-have for collectors of Commonwealth, African, or British colonial coins.