Description
1953 Southern Rhodesia Proof Crown
Description: Enhance your collection with this rare 1953 Southern Rhodesia Proof Crown coin. Issued to commemorate the 100th birthday of Cecil Rhodes, this coin is in Proof condition and comes securely housed in a Hartberger holder. With a limited mintage of only 1,500, this coin is a significant piece of Southern Rhodesian numismatic history12.
Key Features:
- Year: 1953
- Issuer: Southern Rhodesia
- Composition: Silver (0.500)
- Weight: 28.28 grams
- Diameter: 38.5 mm
- Condition: Proof
- Holder: Hartberger
- Mintage: 1,500
- Price: £225
Highlights:
- Historical Significance: Commemorates the 100th birthday of Cecil Rhodes.
- Design Details: Obverse features the young laureate bust of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse showcases the bust of Cecil Rhodes flanked by three shields representing Northern Rhodesia, Southern Rhodesia, and Nyasaland.
- Collector’s Item: A valuable addition for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
