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1 Shilling - George VI 1949 photo
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1 Shilling - George VI

1949 year
Copper-nickel 5.65 g 23.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Cyprus
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1949
Value
1 Shilling (1⁄20)
Currency
Pound (1879-1955)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
5.65 g
Diameter
23.7 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#21011
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Two heraldic lions. K.G. (=Kruger Gray) in relief below and in a circle the inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ONE CYPRUS SHILLING
1949
K.G.

Engraver: George Kruger Gray

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Shilling - George VI 1949 coin from Cyprus was the first coin to feature the image of King George VI, who was the monarch of the United Kingdom at the time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1949  1440000 - - - - - -

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