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6 Pence - George VI
1952 year| Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) | - | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | British West Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1952 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound (1907-1968) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#34062 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Value within central wreath, lettering around outside, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
6 PENCE
1952
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This type was never released into circulation and a majority of the mintage was melted down at Riverside Metal Company in New Jersey. Approximately 167 pieces avoided the furnace and found their way into the numismatic market.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence - George VI 1952 from British West Africa is that it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued in 1952, just a year before the British West African territories became independent nations. This coin is a symbol of the transition from a colonial past to an independent future.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 2544000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1952 coin.
