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1⁄12 Shilling - George VI
| Bronze | 9.4 g | 30.8 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1937-1947 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Shilling (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (1813-1971) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.4 g |
| Diameter | 30.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 27 December 1971 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#10096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Shield of arms dividing date, legend above, denomination in words below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·STATES·OF·JERSEY·
19 46
K G
ONE·TWELFTH·OF·A·SHILLING
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Plain
Comment
The order for the 1937 pence started on November 3, 1937 and was completed on November 17, 1937 at a cost to the Royal Mint of £199/6/10.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1937-1947 Jersey 1/12 Shilling George VI coin is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination and era. The coin's obverse features a portrait of King George VI, while the reverse features a depiction of a Jersey cow, which is a breed of cattle that is native to the island of Jersey. This design was chosen to represent the island's rich agricultural heritage and its reputation for producing high-quality dairy products.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 204000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1946 | 204000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1947 | 444000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄12 Shilling - George VI 1937-1947 coin.
