© narracan coins
© narracan coins
½ Crown - George VI
| Silver (.925) | 14.14 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1938-1942 |
| Value | ½ Crown (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound (1932-1955) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 14.14 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#32159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 40% |
Reverse
Crowned Shield with pick, denomination below, name at the top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOUTHERN . 1942 . RHODESIA
GVI R.I
K G
+HALF CROWN+
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Crown George VI coin from Zimbabwe (then known as Southern Rhodesia) is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was minted between 1938 and 1942, a period that saw the rise of nationalist movements and political tensions that would eventually lead to the dissolution of the Rhodesian Federation and the eventual independence of Zimbabwe. Despite this tumultuous backdrop, the coin remains a symbol of the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1939 | 224000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 1240000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1942 | 2008000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1938-1942 coin.
