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1 Shilling - George V
| Tin brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Tin) | 5.66 g | 23.6 mm |
| Issuer | British West Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1920-1936 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound (1907-1968) |
| Composition | Tin brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Tin) |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 23.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6798 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Palm tree divides date in circular frame.
NOTE: Mintmark (if present) at base of tree
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
. 19 20 .
KN
ONE SHILLING
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - George V 1920-1936 coin from British West Africa is that it was made of a unique alloy called Tin brass, which is composed of 79% Copper, 20% Zinc, and 1% Tin. This distinctive blend of metals gives the coin a distinctive color and durability, making it stand out from other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 G | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1920 KN | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1922 KN | 32324000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1923 H | 24384000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1923 KN | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1924 | 17000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1924 H | 9567000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1924 KN | 7000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1925 | 19800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1926 | 19952000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1927 | 22248000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1928 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 | 70200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 H | 10920000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 KN | 14962000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling - George V 1920-1936 coin.
