Golden Jubilee Coin/EIRE

Vintage...1966 50th Anniversary of the Easter Rising 1916 Coin...Commemorative Ten-Shilling Piece...solid silver...issued by Ireland...1.25" diameter... hard plastic slide cover. Obverse: Features a bust of Padraig Pearse (Patrick Pearse) facing right, with the country name (éire) to the left and the year (1966) to the right. Reverse: Depicts the figure of Cú Chulainn, an Irish mythological hero, as a miniature of the statue by Oliver Sheppard (currently in the General Post Office, Dublin). Edge: Smooth with Gaelic writing (Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916, meaning “1916 Easter Rising”). Historical Context: The Easter Rising of 1916 was a pivotal event in Irish history, marking a rebellion against British rule. The coin’s design pays homage to both the revolutionary spirit of the Easter Rising and Irish mythology. Interesting Facts: A total of 2 million of these coins were minted, but unfortunately, 1,270,000 were melted down by the Central Bank around the time of decimalization in 1971. Additionally, many more were privately melted when the price of silver was high in 1980/81. The coin’s rarity index is 15 on Numista, indicating its scarcity. If you’re a collector, this piece holds historical significance and is a testament to Ireland’s struggle for independence. ***INFO OBTAINED from BING Co-Pilot***