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1 Shilling - George VI
| Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) | 5.66 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | British West Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1949-1952 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound (1907-1968) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#15687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Palm tree divides date in circular frame
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
. 19 49 .
ONE SHILLING
Edge
Reeded with security edge
Comment
Mintmark (H or KN) if present, located at base of palm tree.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - George VI 1949-1952 coin from British West Africa is that it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued during the transition from colonial rule to independence, with many African countries gaining their independence in the early 1960s. This coin serves as a reminder of the complex history of the region and the gradual shift towards self-governance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 70000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1949 H | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1949 KN | 10016000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 35346000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 H | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 KN | 16832000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 | 98654000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 H | 44096000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 KN | 41653000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shilling - George VI 1949-1952 coin.
