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⅒ Penny - George VI
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 1.94 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | British West Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1949-1950 |
| Value | ⅒ Penny (1⁄2400) |
| Currency | Pound (1907-1968) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 1.94 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#11000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Hexagram divides date at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRIT ISH WEST AFRICA
· 1949 ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1949-1950 British West Africa George VI ⅒ Penny coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued during the transition from colonial rule to independence, with many African countries gaining their independence in the late 1950s and early 1960s. This coin serves as a reminder of the complex history of colonialism and the gradual shift towards self-governance in Africa.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 H | 3700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1949 KN | 3036000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1950 KN | 13200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅒ Penny - George VI 1949-1950 coin.
