3 Pence - George VI 1938-1947 front 3 Pence - George VI 1938-1947 back
3 Pence - George VI 1938-1947 photo
© A. KOIFMAN JR.

3 Pence - George VI

 
Copper-nickel 5.18 g 21.45 mm
Description
Issuer
British West Africa
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1938-1947
Value
3 Pence (1⁄80)
Currency
Pound (1907-1968)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
5.18 g
Diameter
21.45 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#8978
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Value within central wreath, lettering around outside, date below
NOTE: Mintmark is below wreath and above date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
3
PENCE
KN
1938

Edge

Security edge

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