This 1 Shilling silver coin from the United Kingdom, minted in 1943, is part of the wartime coinage issued under King George VI (1936–1952). Struck in .500 fine silver, this coin belongs to the "England Reverse" type, which features the English lion design instead of the Scottish variant.
🔹 Obverse: Features a left-facing portrait of King George VI, designed by Thomas Humphrey Paget. The inscription "GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX" (George VI, by the Grace of God, King of all Britain) surrounds the design.
🔹 Reverse (England Type): Showcases a majestic lion standing atop the royal crown, symbolizing England’s strength and sovereignty. The denomination "ONE SHILLING" is displayed below, with the year "1943" split on either side of the crown. The Latin inscription "FID DEF IND IMP" (Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India) highlights Britain’s imperial reach during World War II.
This 1943 English Reverse Shilling is a historically significant piece, representing Britain’s wartime economy and silver coinage before the transition to copper-nickel in 1947. A great addition for collectors of British World War II-era coins, silver coinage, and George VI numismatics!
