6 Pence - George VI SUID AFRIKA - SOUTH AFRICA
| Silver (.500) (50%Ag, 50%Cu) | 2.83 g | 19.35 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1951-1952 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound (1825-1961) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) (50%Ag, 50%Cu) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.35 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 March 1961 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#11623 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
A Protea, a flower native to South Africa, surrounded with 6 groups of bars, date above, legend around, denomination below, engraver's initials either side of stem.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SUID-AFRIKA·1952·SOUTH AFRICA
KG
6D
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence - George VI (SUID AFRIKA - SOUTH AFRICA) 1951-1952 coin from South Africa is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The coin was produced in 1951 and 1952, just a few years after the National Party came to power in South Africa, marking the beginning of the apartheid era. This period saw significant social, political, and economic changes in the country, which had a profound impact on its people and the wider world. Despite this, the coin remains a symbol of South Africa's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (SUID AFRIKA - SOUTH AFRICA) 1951-1952 coin.
