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½ Penny - George VI
| Brass (65% Copper, 35% Zinc) | 3.24 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Fiji |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1942-1943 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (1873-1969) |
| Composition | Brass (65% Copper, 35% Zinc) |
| Weight | 3.24 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Center hole divides date, denomination above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALFPENNY
19 42
FIJI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1942-1943 Fiji ½ Penny coin is that it was minted during World War II, when Fiji was still a British colony. The coin features a portrait of King George VI on one side and a sugar cane plant on the other, symbolizing Fiji's agricultural industry. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of brass, a durable alloy that was used for many coins during this time period. Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item, particularly among numismatists interested in the history of Fiji and the British Commonwealth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 S | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1943 S | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny - George VI 1942-1943 coin.
