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4 Pence - George VI 1st Maundy issue
| Silver (.500) | 1.89 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1937-1946 |
| Value | 4 Pence (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 1.89 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#13053 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination dividing date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 19 4 37
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 2/33 troy ounce or 29.1 grains.Sp#4086 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
MDS195 1937 1,325 MDS201 1942 1,231
MDS196 1937 26,000 Proof MDS202 1943 1,239
MDS197 1938 1,275 MDS203 1944 1,259
MDS198 1939 1,234 MDS204 1945 1,355
MDS199 1940 1,277 MDS205 1946 1,365
MDS200 1941 1,253
Demonetization note: Whilst the circulation strikes have been demonetized, the Maundy issues carry legal tender status and are still being struck to this day with the value updated to decimal pence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pence - George VI (1st Maundy issue) 1937-1946 coin is that it was minted during a time when the United Kingdom was undergoing a period of significant change. King George VI ascended to the throne in 1936 after his older brother, Edward VIII, abdicated to marry an American divorcee. This event marked the beginning of a new era for the British monarchy, and the coin's design reflects this change with its depiction of the new king. Additionally, the coin was minted during World War II, which had a profound impact on the United Kingdom and its people. Despite the challenges of wartime, the Royal Mint continued to produce coins, including this one, which serves as a symbol of resilience and continuity during a time of great upheaval.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 1325 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1938 | 1424 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1939 | 1332 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 1367 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 1345 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1942 | 1325 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1943 | 1335 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1944 | 1345 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1945 | 1355 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1946 | 1365 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (1st Maundy issue) 1937-1946 coin.
