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1 Shilling - George VI
| Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) | 5.66 g | 23.6 mm |
| Issuer | British West Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1938-1947 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound (1907-1968) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 23.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#3032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Face value and palm tree
Eventual mint marks none, H or KN wil be found under the palm tree trunk
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
. 19 47 .
ONE SHILLING
Edge
Security edge
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