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3 Pence - George VI

1947 year
Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) 6.16 g 21.19 mm
Description
Issuer
Fiji
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1947
Value
3 Pence (1⁄80)
Currency
Pound (1873-1969)
Composition
Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel)
Weight
6.16 g
Diameter
21.19 mm
Thickness
2.4 mm
Shape
Dodecagonal (12-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
30 June 1969
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#12570
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Native dwelling, date above, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIJI 1947
THREE PENCE

Engraver: George James Berry

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 3 Pence coin from Fiji featuring George VI, made of Nickel brass, has a unique feature - it has a scalloped shape, unlike the traditional circular shape of coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1947  450000 - - - - - -

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