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½ Cent - George VI
1940 year| Bronze | 2.91 g | - |
| Issuer | Malaya (Malaysia) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1940 |
| Value | ½ Cent (0.005) |
| Currency | Dollar (1939-1953) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.91 g |
| Size | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.45 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#11599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
Value within beaded circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COMMISSIONERS OF CURRENCY MALAYA
½
CENT
1940
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Japanese occupation of Malaya during World War II. The coin was minted in 1940, and it was one of the last coins minted before the Japanese invasion in 1942. The coin features the image of King George VI, who was the King of the United Kingdom at the time. Despite the occupation, the coin still bears the name "Malaya" and features the Malayan tiger on the reverse side. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, as it represents a unique moment in the history of Malaya and the Japanese occupation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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