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½ Piastre - George VI
1949 year| Bronze (Cu 95.5, Sn 3, Zn 1.5) | 2.59 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1949 |
| Value | ½ Piastre (1⁄360) |
| Currency | Pound (1879-1955) |
| Composition | Bronze (Cu 95.5, Sn 3, Zn 1.5) |
| Weight | 2.59 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
1/2 in the center and in a circle the inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·CYPRVS·
1
2
HALF PIASTRE·1949
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1949 George VI ½ Piastre coin from Cyprus was the first coin to feature the image of King George VI, who had recently ascended to the throne after his brother's abdication. This coin was also the first to bear the inscription "King of Cyprus" in Greek, reflecting Cyprus's new status as a kingdom within the British Commonwealth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 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 1949 coin.
