Summary
Red box containing replica of sixpence coin of Elizabeth I, 1575.
These were sent to Australia to be distributed to commemorate the coronation of Elizabeth II in 1953.
Physical Description
Red card box, lid of box has a crown in black and signature 'ELiziibha'
Obverse Description
Worn profile of Elizabeth I facing left. Text around edge.
Reverse Description
Divided into quarters by raised lines with central shield, '1575' above and text around.
Edge Description
Plain
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Purchase from Noble Numismatics, 11 Jul 1995
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Date Issued
1953 AD
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Issued By
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Mint
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Inscriptions
Obverse lid of box has Crown in black and printed signature 'ELiziibha'.
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Denomination
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Material
Cardboard
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Classification
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Dimensions
61 mm (Width), 20 mm (Depth), 61 mm (Height)
Contains coin of Elizabeth I
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Shape
Square
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Keywords
Celebrations, Queen Elizabeth II Coronation, 1953, Royal Coronations
