1949 Sixpence George VI (3rd coinage)
George VI 3rd coinage
1949United Kingdom
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1949 Sixpence George VI (3rd coinage) is a United Kingdom Sixpence coin struck in 1949 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 41,335,500 were minted. Its estimated value in Very Fine is £0.38, from the Numista catalogue (October 2026). It is rated 1/10 for rarity (common). It is struck in copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni), weighs 2.83 g and measures 19.3 mm across.
Denomination
Sixpence
Condition
Circulation
Mintage
41,335,500
Physical Properties
Composition:Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Weight:2.83g
Shape:Round
Diameter:19.3mm
Thickness:1mm
Currency:Pound sterling (1158-1971)
Mint:Royal Mint (Tower Hill)
Features & Details
RoundCopper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Value source:Numista catalogue, Very Fine
Value date:3 Oct 2026
Is the 1949 Sixpence (George VI) rare?
Its circulation mintage of 41,335,500 is the 46th lowest of 66 circulation Sixpence coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1949 George VI Sixpence
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 Sixpence George VI (3rd coinage) (this page) | Circulation | 3rd coinage | 41,335,500 | £0.38Numista catalogue, Very Fine |
| 1949 Sixpence George VI Proof (3rd coinage) | Proof | 3rd coinage | — | — |
George VI Sixpence by year
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