6 Pence - George IIII (1st reverse) 1821 front 6 Pence - George IIII (1st reverse) 1821 back
6 Pence - George IIII (1st reverse) 1821 photo
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6 Pence - George IIII 1st reverse

1821 year
Silver (.925) 2.83 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
George IV (1820-1830)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1821
Value
6 Pence (1⁄40)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
2.83 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#13179
Rarity index
64%

Reverse

Ornate garnished crowned quartered shield of arms overlaid with second, smaller crowned shield, national flower emblems around, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ANNO 1821

Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen

Comment

The standard weight of these coins was 1/11 troy ounce (43.6 grains).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from the United Kingdom, featuring George IIII (1st reverse) and made of silver (.925) is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The year 1821 saw the death of King George III, who had ruled for over 50 years, and the ascension of his son, George IV, to the throne. This coin was minted during that transition, making it a unique piece of history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1821  863200 - - - - - -

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