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4 Pence - George VI 2nd Maundy issue
| Silver (.925) | 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 | 1947-1948 |
| Value | 4 Pence (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.89 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#51331 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination dividing date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 19 4 48
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 2/33 troy ounce or 29.1 grains.Sp#4091 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
MDS206 1947 1,375 MDS207 1948 1,385
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
The 4 Pence - George VI (2nd Maundy issue) 1947-1948 coin from the United Kingdom features a unique design, with the reverse side depicting a crowned shield with the words "MAUNDY MONEY" above it, and the date "1947" below. This design was only used for the 1947 and 1948 issues of the Maundy money, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 1375 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 | 1385 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (2nd Maundy issue) 1947-1948 coin.
