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6 Pence - George VI 2nd type
1947 year| Copper-nickel | 2.83 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1947 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound (1840-1967) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 October 2006 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#7261 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
A Huia (bird) perched on a branch, legend above, denomination and date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEW·ZEALAND
SIXPENCE 1947
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1947 New Zealand 6 Pence coin is that it was the first coin to feature the image of King George VI after his death in 1952. The coin was minted in 1947, but it was not released into circulation until 1953, a year after the King's death. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, especially in high grades.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (2nd type) 1947 coin.
