½ Crown - George VI 1937 front ½ Crown - George VI 1937 back
½ Crown - George VI 1937 photo
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½ Crown - George VI

1937 year
Silver (.925) 14.14 g 32.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955)
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1937
Value
½ Crown (⅛)
Currency
Pound (1932-1955)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
14.14 g
Diameter
32.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 June 1965
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#34088
Rarity index
51%

Reverse

Crowned Shield with pick, denomination below, name at the top

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SOUTHERN·19 37·RHODESIA
Gvi R·I
K G
+HALF CROWN+

Engraver: George Kruger Gray

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1937 George VI ½ Crown coin from Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955) is interesting because it was minted during the reign of King George VI, who was the father of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, especially since it is made of silver (.925) and weighs 14.14 grams. Additionally, the coin features the image of King George VI on one side and the coat of arms of Southern Rhodesia on the other, making it a unique piece of history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1937  - - - - - -

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