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British coins obverses and busts comparison
The multiple obverses on British coins might be hard to identify or remember especially for new collectors. This comparison tool will assist you through the major recognized obverses through key design elements.
Shilling - Anne
Select two obverses below and click compare to search the main differences.
Obverses for other denominations and monarchs will be added soon.
Bust 1 vs Bust 2
Top hair - Bust 1
Tall, close and thick
Top hair - Bust 2
Medium, far and 1 large, 1 thin
Neck - Bust 1
Double chin
Neck - Bust 2
Straight
Nose - Bust 1
Long nostril
Nose - Bust 2
Short nostril
Ribbon - Bust 1
Far and long
Ribbon - Bust 2
Far and short
