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1947 Sixpence George VI Proof (2nd coinage)
George VI 2nd coinage
1947United KingdomProof
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1947 Sixpence George VI Proof (2nd coinage) is a United Kingdom Sixpence coin struck in 1947 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). No mintage figure has been recorded, so it is not rated for rarity. It is struck in copper-nickel, weighs 2.83 g and measures 19.3 mm across.
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
Versions of the 1947 George VI Sixpence
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 Sixpence George VI (2nd coinage) | Circulation | 2nd coinage | 29,993,200 | £0.43Numista type value, Very Fine |
| 1947 Sixpence George VI Proof (2nd coinage) (this page) | Proof | 2nd coinage | — | — |
George VI Sixpence by year
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