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½ Guilder - George III
1816 year| Silver (.816) | 3.88 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Demerara and Essequibo (Guyana) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1803-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1816 |
| Value | ½ Guilder |
| Currency | Guilder ( -1839) |
| Composition | Silver (.816) |
| Weight | 3.88 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19593 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED COLONY OF DEMERARY & ESSEQUIBO
1/2
1816
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Guilder - George III 1816 coin from Demerara and Essequibo (Guyana) is that it was minted during a time when the region was still a British colony, and the coin's design reflects this history. The obverse side of the coin features an image of King George III, while the reverse side features a depiction of a sugar cane plant, which was a major crop in the region at the time. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the colonial past of Guyana and its ties to the British Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1816 | 34000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Guilder - George III 1816 coin.
