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2 Shillings - George VI
1937 year| Silver (.925) | 11.31 g | 28.52 mm |
| Issuer | Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 2 Shillings (⅒) |
| Currency | Pound (1932-1955) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#34086 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Sable Antelope (Hippotragus niger - Bovidae)facing left, denomination below, name towards top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· SOUTHERN RHODESIA ·
1937
KG
·TWO SHILLINGS·
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1937 George VI 2 Shillings coin from Zimbabwe (then known as Southern Rhodesia) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King George VI, who ruled from 1936 until his death in 1952. During this time, Southern Rhodesia was facing significant economic challenges, including a major drought that affected the region's agricultural industry. Additionally, there was growing political tension between Southern Rhodesia and the British colonial government, which eventually led to the establishment of the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland in 1953. Despite these challenges, the 1937 2 Shillings coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its silver content and historical significance making it a unique piece of Zimbabwe's economic and political history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1937 coin.
