A genuine United Kingdom Half Crown dated 1966, issued during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
This classic pre-decimal coin features the young laureate portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the traditional crowned Royal Arms shield on the reverse. The Half Crown was widely used throughout Britain before decimalisation in 1971 and remains a popular collectible among coin enthusiasts.
This coin is in circulated condition with age-related wear consistent with use.
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The Half Crown was worth two shillings and sixpence and remained in circulation until the UK's transition to decimal currency in 1971.
The 1966 issue was one of the final Half Crowns produced before the denomination was withdrawn, making it an interesting piece of British monetary history.
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