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1 Piastre - George VI
1938 year| Copper-nickel | 5.1 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1938 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Pound (1879-1955) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.1 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·CYPRVS·
1
ONE PIASTRE·1938
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Piastre coin from Cyprus featuring George VI was minted in 1938, during the British colonial era. The coin's design features the profile of King George VI on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the image of a cypress tree, which is the national symbol of Cyprus. The coin was made of copper-nickel and weighs 5.1 grams. It's an interesting piece of history that highlights Cyprus' colonial past and its connection to the British monarchy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 2700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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