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1948 Sixpence George VI Proof (2nd coinage)
George VI 2nd coinage
1948United KingdomProof
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1948 Sixpence George VI Proof (2nd coinage) is a United Kingdom Sixpence coin struck in 1948 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 1948 George VI Sixpence
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 Sixpence George VI (2nd coinage) | Circulation | 2nd coinage | 88,323,500 | £0.43Numista catalogue, Very Fine |
| 1948 Sixpence George VI Proof (2nd coinage) (this page) | Proof | 2nd coinage | — | — |
George VI Sixpence by year
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