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1 Penny - George VI
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 6.48 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Fiji |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1949-1952 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (1873-1969) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 6.48 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.85 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Center hole divides date, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIJI
19 50
PENNY
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Penny coin from Fiji featuring George VI, minted between 1949 and 1952, has an interesting fact. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was made with a unique composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel, which is different from the usual bronze or cupro-nickel used in most coins. This makes it stand out from other coins of its time and adds a touch of distinctiveness to its design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 120000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1950 | 58000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 | 230000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1949-1952 coin.
