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6 Pence - George VI
| Silver (.500) | 2.8276 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Fiji |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1938-1941 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound (1873-1969) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 2.8276 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 40% |
Reverse
Turtle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIJI
19 41
SIXPENCE
Engraver: Percy Metcalfe
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence - George VI 1938-1941 from Fiji is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. Fiji was a British colony at the time, and the coin was minted in 1938, just a year before Fiji's first constitution was introduced, which marked the beginning of the country's transition towards independence. Additionally, the coin was minted during World War II, which had a significant impact on Fiji's economy and society. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and interesting piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1938-1941 coin.
