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1 Shilling - George VI English crest; with 'IND:IMP'
| Copper-nickel | 5.66 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1947-1948 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1990 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#2346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Crowned lion passant atop crown dividing date, legend above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
K G
·FID·DEF IND·IMP·
19 48
·ONE·SHILLING·
Translation: Defender of the Faith Emperor of India
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The original weight of these coins was 2/11 troy ounce (87.3 grains). Under the Coinage Act of 1946, the composition changed from .500 silver to .750 copper/.250 nickel but the weight remained at 87.3 grains.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1947-1948 United Kingdom 1 Shilling coin featuring George VI is that it was the first coin to bear the image of the king after his accession to the throne in 1936. The coin's design, which includes the English crest and the inscription "IND:IMP," signifies George VI's role as the Emperor of India, a title he held until India gained independence in 1947. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted during its production run.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 12120600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 | 45576900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (English crest; with 'IND:IMP') 1947-1948 coin.
