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3 Pence - George VI
| Copper-nickel | 1.3 g | 16.34 mm |
| Issuer | New Guinea (Papua New Guinea) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1937-1944 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound (1915-1966) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 16.34 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9922 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Design with lettering around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TERRITORY·OF·NEW·GUINEA
·THREE·PENCE·
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pence - George VI 1937-1944 coin from New Guinea (Papua New Guinea) is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the region. The coin was minted in 1937, just a few years before the outbreak of World War II, which had a significant impact on the region. Additionally, the coin was minted during a period of transition for New Guinea, which was then a colony of Australia, but would later become an independent nation in 1975. This coin serves as a small but interesting reminder of the complex history of the region.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pence - George VI 1937-1944 coin.
