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2 Shillings - George VI
1949 year| Copper-nickel | 11.31 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cyprus |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1949 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#34080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Two heraldic lions and in relief below and in a circle the inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWO CYPRUS SHILLINGS
1949
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Interesting fact
The 1949 Cyprus 2 Shillings coin features a unique design on its reverse side. It depicts a scene of a Cypriot woman, dressed in traditional clothing, holding a basket of citrus fruits. This design was created by the artist and engraver, Percy Metcalfe, and it symbolizes the island's rich agricultural heritage and its reputation for producing high-quality citrus fruits.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 720000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Shillings - George VI 1949 coin.
