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6 Pence - George V
Tin brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Tin) | 2.8276 g | 19.4 mm |
Issuer | British West Africa |
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King | George V (1910-1936) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1920-1936 |
Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
Currency | Pound (1907-1968) |
Composition | Tin brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Tin) |
Weight | 2.8276 g |
Diameter | 19.4 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#11684 |
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Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
Denomination in wreath, date beneath.
NOTE: Mintmark (if present) above date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
6
PENCE
KN
1920
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from British West Africa is that it was made of a unique alloy called Tin brass, which is a combination of 79% Copper, 20% Zinc, and 1% Tin. This alloy was specifically chosen for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for coins that were intended to be used in the tropical climates of British West Africa.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1920 KN | 12000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1923 H | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1924 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1924 H | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1924 KN | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1925 | 2800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1928 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1933 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1935 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1936 | 10400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1936 H | 480000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1936 KN | 2696000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Pence - George V 1920-1936 coin.