6 Pence - George VI 1937-1943 front 6 Pence - George VI 1937-1943 back
6 Pence - George VI 1937-1943 photo
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6 Pence - George VI

 
Copper-nickel 2.7 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
New Guinea (Papua New Guinea)
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1937-1943
Value
6 Pence (1⁄40)
Currency
Pound (1915-1966)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
2.7 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
1.4 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#13912
Rarity index
32%

Reverse

Design reminiscent of the discoidal, flower-like carved stone heads of war clubs. Lettering around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TERRITORY·OF·NEW·GUINEA
·SIX·PENCE·

Engraver: George Kruger Gray

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Pence - George VI 1937-1943 from New Guinea (Papua New Guinea) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the region. The coin was minted in 1937, just a few years before the outbreak of World War II, which had a significant impact on the region. Additionally, the coin was minted during a period of transition for New Guinea, which was then a colony of Australia, but would later become an independent nation in 1975. This coin serves as a small but interesting reminder of the complex history of the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1943  130000 - - - - - -

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