1 Shilling - George VI 1st type
| Silver (.500) | 5.65 g | 23.62 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1937-1946 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound (1840-1967) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.62 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 October 2006 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#4014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Crouched Māori warrior holding a taiaha (traditional Māori staff weapon), legend above, denomination and date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEW ZEALAND
KG
ONE SHILLING ∙ 1942
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Broken back 1942