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1971 Ceylon Proof Annual Coin Set

CY71PS 1971 Ceylon Proof Annual Coin Set

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CY71PS 1971 Ceylon Proof Annual Coin Set
CY71PS 1971 Ceylon Proof Annual Coin Set reverse designs
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This Ceylon proof coinage set of 1971 shares its mintage year with a significant year in the island's history. The 1971 uprising, although crushed by the government, precipitated constitutional changes that led to Ceylon being renamed the Republic of Sri Lanka. These seven coins, therefore, are from the last year of Ceylon's 'existence' as a nation. The coins themselves were first introduced in 1963. The amorial arms of Ceylon, obverse, are paired with a reverse showing the denomination with a decorative surround. They are here offered at proof standard - struck by The Royal Mint - and, notably, in a variety of shapes (including a scallop-edged 10c). This pre-owned Ceylon set is a slice of Sri Lankan history and an impressive set in its own right. Included is The Royal Mint's display case and envelope.

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1971 Ceylon Proof Set Inclusions

The Central Bank of Ceylon presents the following seven coins in this diverse arrangement:

  • 1971 Ceylon 1Rs Proof
  • 1971 Ceylon 50c Proof
  • 1971 Ceylon 25c Proof
  • 1971 Ceylon 10c Proof
  • 1971 Ceylon 5c Proof
  • 1971 Ceylon 2c Proof
  • 1971 Ceylon 1c Proof

Ceylon 1971 Coin Designs

A shared obverse is present on these coins: the Ceylon armorial ensign, showing a lion passant with an intricately patterned surround. On the reverse is the definitive design featuring the denomination in Sinhalese, Tamil, and English, encircled by an attractive decorative band. 

Royal Mint Ceylon Proof Set

A fantastic mix of coin specifications is present in this proof 1971 Ceylon coin set. The 1Rs coin is a round cupronickel coin, while the 10c is a scalloped-edge coin struck in nickel-brass. The 5c, meanwhile, is a cupronickel issue with a square edge. 

Pre-Owned 1971 Ceylon Proof Set

This pre-owned 1971 Ceylon coin set includes the original presentation packaging for the proof edition. This consists of an outer decorated envelope and an inner clear display case.