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¼ Rupee - George VI
| Copper-nickel | 2.95 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1950-1951 |
| Value | ¼ Rupee (¼ MUR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1835-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#6839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Clockwise: Crown, Lotus Flower, Fleur-de-lis (stylized lily), Tudor Rose, surrounded by country name, value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* MAURITIUS *
K G
QUARTER·RUPEE·1951
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Rupee - George VI 1950-1951 coin from Mauritius is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination and era. The coin's obverse features a portrait of King George VI, while the reverse features a sugar cane plant, which was a significant crop in Mauritius at the time. This design was specifically chosen to represent the island's agricultural industry and highlight its importance to the local economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Rupee - George VI 1950-1951 coin.
