© Royal Mint Museum
© Royal Mint Museum
1 Shilling - George V Kiwi Shilling; pattern
1933 year| Silver (.500) | 5.65 g | 23.62 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1933 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound (1840-1967) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.62 mm |
| Thickness | 1.55 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#345777 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Kiwi bird left, legend above, denomination and date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEW ZEALAND
KG
ONE SHILLING·1933
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Shilling - George V (Kiwi Shilling; pattern) 1933 from New Zealand is that it was designed by renowned sculptor and medallist, Sir Edgar Bertram Mackennal. Mackennal's design features a portrait of King George V on the obverse, while the reverse depicts a kiwi bird, which is native to New Zealand, surrounded by ferns and other foliage. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
