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2 Shillings - George VI 1947 photo
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2 Shillings - George VI

1947 year
Copper-nickel 11.31 g 28.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Cyprus
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1947
Value
2 Shillings (⅒)
Currency
Pound (1879-1955)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
11.31 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Thickness
2.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#13531
Rarity index
27%

Reverse

Two heraldic lions lookin left, in a circle the inscription.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TWO CYPRUS SHILLINGS
* 1947 *

Engraver: George Kruger Gray

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 2 Shillings - George VI 1947 coin from Cyprus was the first coin to feature the image of King George VI, who had recently ascended to the throne after his brother's abdication.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1947  720000 - - - - - -

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