1948 Sixpence George VI (2nd coinage)
George VI 2nd coinage
1948United Kingdom
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1948 Sixpence George VI (2nd coinage) is a United Kingdom Sixpence coin struck in 1948 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 88,323,500 were minted. Its estimated value in Very Fine is £0.43, from the Numista catalogue (October 2026). 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
88,323,500
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 catalogue, Very Fine
Value date:3 Oct 2026
Is the 1948 Sixpence (George VI) rare?
Its circulation mintage of 88,323,500 is the 52nd lowest of 66 circulation Sixpence coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1948 George VI Sixpence
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 Sixpence George VI (2nd coinage) (this page) | Circulation | 2nd coinage | 88,323,500 | £0.43Numista catalogue, Very Fine |
| 1948 Sixpence George VI Proof (2nd coinage) | Proof | 2nd coinage | — | — |
George VI Sixpence by year
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