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5 Cents - George VI
| Bronze | 6.48 g | 25.45 mm |
| Issuer | East Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1937-1943 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05) |
| Currency | Shilling (1921-1967) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.48 g |
| Diameter | 25.45 mm |
| Thickness | 1.65 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#999 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Tusks
NOTE: If there is a mintmark SA it is under the central hole.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EAST AFRICA
5
1942
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 1942, the thickness of this coin was reduced, leading to a change in the standard weight from 100 grains (6.48 grams) to 87½ grains (5.67 grams). However, some thin blanks were used at the Bombay Mint and struck with dies dated 1941.
