1896 Victorian Sterling Silver One Shilling – Queen Victoria Veiled Head – .925 Silver

Description

1896 Victorian Sterling Silver One Shilling – Queen Victoria Veiled Head – .925 Silver

🪙 Type: One Shilling
👑 Monarch: Queen Victoria (Veiled Head)
📅 Year: 1896
🧱 Metal: Solid Sterling Silver (.925)
⚖️ Silver Weight: Approx. 5.58g
🏛 Origin: United Kingdom

Condition:
Presented in strong circulated condition with clear portrait detail, visible veil lines, bold date, and well-defined shield detail on the reverse. Rim remains solid with no bending or edge damage. Honest age-related surface wear only.

This is a well-preserved example for its age and far above scrap-grade condition.

Description:
A genuine 1896 Victorian one shilling struck in solid sterling silver, featuring the classic Veiled Head portrait of Queen Victoria on the obverse and the crowned shield reverse with bold “ONE SHILLING” and date. Issued during the later years of Queen Victoria’s reign, this is a true piece of British monetary history with both intrinsic silver value and strong collector appeal.

Unlike modern cupro-nickel issues, this coin carries real bullion weight alongside over 125 years of history. Ideal for collectors of Victorian coinage, silver stackers who appreciate historic pieces, or anyone building a serious British silver collection.