The 1885 Half Crown obverse features the head of young Queen Victoria facing left, with ribbons in her hair. The legend reads 'VICTORIA DEI GRATIA', with the year 1885 below. The UK 1885 Half Crown reverse shows a crowned shield in a wreath with the coat of arms of England, Scotland, and Ireland in the quadrants. The surrounding legend reads 'BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:', with a rose, thistle, and shamrock below.
The 1885 half crown was a denomination of British money, equivalent to two shillings and sixpence, or one-eighth of a pound. We are often asked whis is the value of a 1885 half crown, or what is a 1885 half crown worth. Boundless Pages is here to answer your questions.