20 Cents - George VI 1948-1950 front 20 Cents - George VI 1948-1950 back
20 Cents - George VI 1948-1950 photo
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20 Cents - George VI

 
Copper-nickel 5.65 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Malaya (Malaysia)
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1948-1950
Value
20 Cents (0.20)
Currency
Dollar (1939-1953)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
5.65 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Thickness
1.72 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#4642
Rarity index
6%

Reverse

Value within beaded circle, date at bottom

Script: Latin

Lettering:
COMMISSIONERS OF CURRENCY MALAYA
20
CENTS
1950

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Cents - George VI 1948-1950 coin from Malaya (Malaysia) is that it was the first coin to feature the image of King George VI, who was the King of the United Kingdom during World War II. This coin was minted during the Malayan Union era, which was a short-lived political union between Malaya and the United Kingdom. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the Malayan coat of arms on the other. It's a unique piece of history that reflects the complex relationship between Malaya and the UK during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1948  40000000 - - - - - -
1950  20000000 - - - - - -

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