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5 Cents - George VI
| Copper-nickel | 1.41 g | 16.2 mm |
| Issuer | Malaya (Malaysia) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1948-1950 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05) |
| Currency | Dollar (1939-1953) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 16.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#6852 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Value within beaded circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COMMISSIONERS OF CURRENCY MALAYA
5
CENTS
*1950*
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Cents coin from Malaya (now Malaysia) featuring George VI, minted between 1948 and 1950, is unique in that it was the first coin to bear the image of a British monarch on a Malayan coin. This was a result of Malaya's transition from a British colony to a crown colony, and it signified the country's growing ties with the British Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1950 | 40000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents - George VI 1948-1950 coin.
