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2 Cents - George VI
1948 year| Bronze (97% Copper, 3% Tin) | 3.89 g | 23.1 mm |
| Issuer | Seychelles |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 2 Cents (0.02 SCR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1914-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (97% Copper, 3% Tin) |
| Weight | 3.89 g |
| Diameter | 23.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#4887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
Value within beaded circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*SEYCHELLES*
2
TWO-CENTS-1948
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Cents coin from Seychelles featuring George VI was the first coin to be issued by the country after it gained independence from British colonial rule in 1948. It was a significant moment in the country's history, marking the beginning of a new era of self-governance and nation-building.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 350000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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