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1 Penny - George VI
| Copper-nickel | 6.48 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Fiji |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1937-1945 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (1873-1969) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 6.48 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Center hole divides date, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIJI
19 40
PENNY
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coins dated 1945 are made of 80% Copper and 20% Nickel.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - George VI 1937-1945 from Fiji made of Copper-nickel weighing 6.48 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Fiji. The coin was minted during World War II, when Fiji was still a British colony, and it features the image of King George VI, who was the reigning monarch at the time. Despite the turmoil of the war, the coin remained in circulation until 1945, when it was replaced by a new design featuring Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a small but fascinating piece of history that serves as a reminder of Fiji's rich cultural heritage and its ties to the British monarchy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 360000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 144000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 228000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1945 | 240000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny - George VI 1937-1945 coin.
