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1 Shilling - George VI Pattern
1943 year| Nickel brass | - | - |
| Issuer | British West Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound (1907-1968) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310596 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Face value and palm tree
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
. 1943 .
ONE SHILLING
Edge
No Security Edge
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Shilling - George VI (Pattern) 1943 from British West Africa made of Nickel brass is that it was designed by Thomas Humphrey Paget, a renowned British artist and sculptor who was known for his work on various coins and medals.
