The British 1905 Shilling, designed by Edgar Bertram MacKennal, features the "Old Head" of Queen Victoria. In 1905, Britain experienced political stability, but tensions with Germany over imperial expansion grew. The British 1905 Shilling, struck in sterling silver, reflected the strength of Britain’s economy and imperial reach during this period.
MacKennal’s design on the British 1905 Shilling reinforced national pride as the British Empire expanded. The coin’s silver content symbolized trust in British currency amid economic prosperity. The British 1905 Shilling embodied the Victorian eras final years, reflecting both political stability and the challenges of an emerging global power struggle.