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1 Cent - George VI
| Bronze | 2.0 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1943-1947 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 MUR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1835-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#8829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 38% |
Reverse
Value within beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* MAURITIUS *
1
ONE·CENT·1946
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Cent - George VI 1943-1947 coin from Mauritius is that it was minted during World War II, when Mauritius 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 the island's main industry at the time. Despite being a small island nation, Mauritius played a significant role in the war effort, with many of its citizens serving in the military or participating in the production of war materials. The coin serves as a reminder of this important period in Mauritius' history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 SA | 520000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1944 SA | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1945 SA | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1946 SA | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1947 SA | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent - George VI 1943-1947 coin.
