8 Shillings - Elizabeth II - Silver Proof (1970)
Features
| Denomination | 8 Shillings |
| Catalog Number | KM# 7a |
| Weight (g) | 32.4 |
| Diameter (mm) | 41 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.7 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Arnold Machin
Lettering:
THE GAMBIA
1970
Description:
Queen Elizabeth II facing right, name of country and year of issue.
THE GAMBIA
1970
Description:
Queen Elizabeth II facing right, name of country and year of issue.
Reverse
Engraved by Henry Rowland Hill
Lettering:
8 SHILLINGS
جاردرخر دليس جل
Description:
Hippopotamus, denomination above.
8 SHILLINGS
جاردرخر دليس جل
Description:
Hippopotamus, denomination above.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 4,500 | Proof | Unknown |