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6 Pence - George VI
1937 year| Silver (.925) | 2.83 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia (1932-1955) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound (1932-1955) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1965 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#29023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Two axes crossed splitting date, denomination below, name around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KG
SOUTHERN RHODESIA
1937
6 PENCE
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence - George VI 1937 coin from Zimbabwe › Southern Rhodesia is that it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued in 1937, just a few years before Southern Rhodesia became a self-governing colony in 1942, and eventually gained independence as Rhodesia in 1965. This coin is a tangible piece of history that represents a significant moment in the transition towards independence for Zimbabwe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 823000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Pence - George VI 1937 coin.
