2 Shillings - George VI 1947 front 2 Shillings - George VI 1947 back
2 Shillings - George VI 1947 photo
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2 Shillings - George VI

1947 year
Copper-nickel 11.31 g 28.52 mm
Description
Issuer
Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955)
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1947
Value
2 Shillings (⅒)
Currency
Pound (1932-1955)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
11.31 g
Diameter
28.52 mm
Thickness
2.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 June 1965
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#15343
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

Sable Antelope (Hippotragus niger - Bovidae)facing left, denomination below, name towards top

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SOUTHERN RHODESIA
1947
KG
· TWO SHILLINGS ·

Engraver: George Kruger Gray

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 2 Shillings - George VI 1947 coin from Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955) is interesting because it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of King George VI, while the reverse side features a representation of a traditional African hut and a tree, symbolizing the country's rural heritage. This design was specifically chosen to represent the country's transition from a colonial territory to an independent nation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1947  3750000 - - - - - -

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