1947 Sixpence George VI (2nd coinage)
George VI 2nd coinage
1947United Kingdom
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1947 Sixpence George VI (2nd coinage) is a United Kingdom Sixpence coin struck in 1947 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 29,993,200 were minted. Its type value in Very Fine is £0.43, Numista's price for this type (October 2026): 1947 has not been priced separately. It is rated 1/10 for rarity (common). It is struck in copper-nickel, weighs 2.83 g and measures 19.3 mm across.
Denomination
Sixpence
Condition
Circulation
Mintage
29,993,200
Physical Properties
Composition:Copper-nickel
Weight:2.83g
Shape:Round
Diameter:19.3mm
Thickness:1mm
Currency:Pound sterling (1158-1971)
Mint:Royal Mint (Tower Hill)
Features & Details
RoundCopper-nickel
Value source:Numista type value, Very Fine
Value date:3 Oct 2026
Is the 1947 Sixpence (George VI) rare?
Its circulation mintage of 29,993,200 is the 40th lowest of 66 circulation Sixpence coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1947 George VI Sixpence
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 Sixpence George VI (2nd coinage) (this page) | Circulation | 2nd coinage | 29,993,200 | £0.43Numista type value, Very Fine |
| 1947 Sixpence George VI Proof (2nd coinage) | Proof | 2nd coinage | — | — |
George VI Sixpence by year
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