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½ Piastre - George VI
| Bronze (97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc) | 2.59 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1942-1945 |
| Value | ½ Piastre (1⁄360) |
| Currency | Pound (1879-1955) |
| Composition | Bronze (97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc) |
| Weight | 2.59 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
1/2 in the center and in a circle the inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· CYPRVS ·
1/2
HALF PIASTRE·1942
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Piastre coin was the first coin to feature the image of King George VI, who was the King of the United Kingdom during World War II. The coin was minted during the war years, and its production was a significant achievement for Cyprus, as it was one of the few countries that continued to mint coins during this time. The coin's design was created by the renowned sculptor and engraver, Percy Metcalfe, who was also responsible for designing several other coins for Cyprus during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | 1080000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1943 | 1620000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1944 | 2160000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1945 | 1080000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Piastre - George VI 1942-1945 coin.
