Catalogo
| Emittente | Eastern Caribbean States |
|---|---|
| Anno | 1955-1965 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valore | 25 Cents (0.25 BWI$) |
| Valuta | British West Indies dollar (1935-1965) |
| Composizione | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Peso | 6.48 g |
| Diametro | 24 mm |
| Spessore | 1.9 mm |
| Forma | Round |
| Tecnica | Milled |
| Orientamento | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Incisore/i | Obverse: Cecil Thomas Reverse: Thomas Humphrey Paget |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | KM#6 |
| Descrizione del dritto | Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II to the right. |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | Latin |
| Legenda del dritto | QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND |
| Descrizione del rovescio | The `Golden Hind`, ship of Sir Francis Drake (1542-1596), corsair and English explorer. |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Latin |
| Legenda del rovescio | BRITISH CARIBBEAN TERRITORIES TWENTY FIVE CENTS 25 25 1965 · EASTERN GROUP · |
| Bordo | Milled |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
1955 - - 7 000 000 1955 - Proof - 2 000 1957 - - 800 000 1957 - Proof - 1959 - - 1 000 000 1959 - Proof - 1961 - - 744 000 1961 - Proof - 1962 - - 480 000 1962 - Proof - 1963 - - 480 000 1963 - Proof - 1964 - - 480 000 1964 - Proof - 1965 - - 1 280 000 1965 - Proof - 1965 - Prooflike - |
| ID Numisquare | 4620780540 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
Historical Context: Issued by the Eastern Caribbean States from 1955-1965, this 25 Cents coin signifies Queen Elizabeth II's early reign. Her 1952 ascension inaugurated a new Commonwealth era, coinciding with significant Caribbean political evolution, including the West Indies Federation's formation and dissolution. The shared currency highlighted these islands' collective identity under British suzerainty, even as autonomy movements emerged. This coin represents a tangible link to a pivotal transitional decade in regional history.
Artistry: The obverse features Mary Gillick's iconic "First Portrait" of Queen Elizabeth II. This effigy, facing right, depicts the young monarch adorned with a laureate wreath, blending regal dignity with youthful grace. Gillick's work is celebrated for its restrained classicism and naturalistic approach, distinguishing it from more stylized royal depictions. The reverse design, standard for the denomination, typically displays "25 CENTS" and the issuing authority, prioritizing clarity and legibility.
Technical/Grading: Struck in durable copper-nickel, this 24 mm, 6.48 gram coin presents specific grading considerations. Critical high-points on the obverse include the intricate laurel wreath details and hair above the Queen's ear. On the reverse, sharpness of the numerals and legend clarity are paramount indicators of strike quality. Well-preserved examples retain full definition and exhibit crisp fields. Circulation typically causes wear on the portrait's highest points and the numerals' edges.