© A. KOIFMAN JR.
© A. KOIFMAN JR.
½ Crown - George VI 2nd type; with 'IND:IMP'
| Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni) | 14.14 g | 32.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1947-1948 |
| Value | ½ Crown (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni) |
| Weight | 14.14 g |
| Diameter | 32.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#1295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms flanked by crowned royal cyphers, legend above, denomination and date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FID:DEF IND:IMP
GG GG
K G
HALF CROWN 1947
Unabridged legend: Fidei Defensor Indiae Imperator
Translation: Defender of the Faith Emperor of India
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 5/11 troy ounce (218.2 grains). Under the Coinage Act of 1946, the composition changed from .500 silver to .750 copper/.250 nickel but the weight remained unchanged.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1947-1948 George VI ½ Crown coin is that it features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse (front) side features a portrait of King George VI, while the reverse (back) side features an image of a crowned lion, which is a symbol of the United Kingdom. The lion is surrounded by the words "HALF CROWN" and "IND:IMP," which stands for "India: Imperium" and refers to the fact that the coin was minted for use in British India. This design feature was added to the coin to reflect the British Empire's influence and control over India at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 21911400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 | 71164700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Crown - George VI (2nd type; with 'IND:IMP') 1947-1948 coin.
