2 Shillings - George VI 1938-1947 front 2 Shillings - George VI 1938-1947 back
2 Shillings - George VI 1938-1947 photo
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2 Shillings - George VI

 
Nickel brass 11.31 g 28.5 mm
Description
Issuer
British West Africa
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1938-1947
Value
2 Shillings (⅒)
Currency
Pound (1907-1968)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
11.31 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#8560
Rarity index
12%

Reverse

Palm tree divides date in circular frame.
NOTE: The mintmark is at the base of the tree, above first I of SHILLINGS

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
. 19 38 .
H
TWO SHILLINGS

Edge

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