½ Pound - George VI
1952 year| Gold (.9167) (91.67%Au, 8.33%Cu) | 3.99 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1952 |
| Value | ½ Pound |
| Currency | Pound (1825-1961) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) (91.67%Au, 8.33%Cu) |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.06 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 March 1961 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#44915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Springbok running right, legend around, date above, denomination below, engraver's initials lower right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOUTH AFRICA - 1952 - SUID-AFRIKA
CLS
£½
Engraver: Coert Laurens Steynberg
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1952 South African George VI ½ Pound gold coin is that it was minted during the reign of King George VI, who was the last king of the United Kingdom to be crowned emperor of India. This coin was part of a series of commemorative coins issued to mark the 1952 Commonwealth Games, held in Cardiff, Wales. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of South Africa on the other. It is made of 91.67% gold and 8.33% copper, and weighs 3.99 grams. Due to its historical significance and limited mintage, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 4002 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Pound - George VI 1952 coin.
