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1 Penny - George VI 2nd Maundy issue
| Silver (.925) | 0.47 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1947-1948 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 0.47 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#24811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination dividing date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 19 1 48
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 1/66 troy ounce or 7.3 grains.Sp#4091 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
MDS206 1947 1,375 MDS207 1948 1,385
Demonetization note: Whilst the circulation strikes have been demonetized, the Maundy issues carry legal tender status and are still being struck to this day with the value updated to decimal pence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1947-1948 George VI 1 Penny Maundy coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in the British monarchy. King George VI ascended to the throne in 1936 after his older brother, Edward VIII, abdicated to marry an American divorcee. This coin was minted during George VI's reign, which lasted until his death in 1952. Despite the turmoil surrounding the monarchy during this time, the Maundy coinage continued to be produced, serving as a symbol of continuity and tradition.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 1387 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 | 1397 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (2nd Maundy issue) 1947-1948 coin.
