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4 Pence - George VI
| Silver (.925) | 1.8851 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | British Guiana (Guyana) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1938-1943 |
| Value | 4 Pence (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1840-1954) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.8851 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITISH GUIANA
FOUR
PENCE
1943
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pence - George VI 1938-1943 from British Guiana (Guyana) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. The coin was minted in 1938, just a year before Guyana gained its independence from British colonial rule. This means that the coin represents a unique moment in the country's history, as it was issued during the transition from a British colony to an independent nation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1939 | 48000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 90000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 120000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1942 | 180000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1943 | 240000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Pence - George VI 1938-1943 coin.
