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2 Shillings - Elizabeth II (1st portrait)

🇿🇦 South Africa · 2 Shillings - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) · 1923–1960
Regular
Weight11.31 g
Diameter28.7 mm
Mintage 1,950,651 Proof issues: 3,360
EdgeReeded
Alignment↑↑ Medal
Composition50% Silver
DesignerMary Gillick, George Kruger Gray
ReferenceHern# S273
Collector's Key World IDCKW-ZAF-1376

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1960 South Africa 2 Shillings - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) coins were minted?
1,950,651 were struck (Proof issues: 3,360).
What is a 1960 South Africa 2 Shillings - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) made of?
0.500 Silver, weighing 11.31 g.
What is the melt value of a 1960 South Africa 2 Shillings - Elizabeth II (1st portrait)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1960 South Africa 2 Shillings - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.