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3 Pence - George VI
1947 year| Copper-nickel | 1.41 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1947 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound (1932-1955) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#15947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Three spears splitting date, denomination at the top, name around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOUTHERN 3d RHODESIA
1947
KG
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 3 Pence coin from Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955) made of Copper-nickel weighing 1.41 g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of King George VI, who was the last king of the United Kingdom to have his image appear on coins minted in Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in African currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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