1951 Sixpence George VI Proof (3rd coinage)
George VI 3rd coinage
1951United KingdomMatte Proof
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1951 Sixpence George VI Proof (3rd coinage) is a United Kingdom Sixpence coin struck in 1951 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 4 were minted. It is rated 4/10 for rarity (uncommon). It is struck in copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni), weighs 2.83 g and measures 19.3 mm across.
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)
Is the 1951 Sixpence (George VI) rare?
Its proof mintage of 4 is the 2nd lowest of 15 proof Sixpence coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1951 George VI Sixpence
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 Sixpence George VI (3rd coinage) | Circulation | 3rd coinage | 40,399,400 | £0.38Numista type value, Very Fine |
| 1951 Sixpence George VI Proof (3rd coinage) | Proof | 3rd coinage | 20,000 | — |
| 1951 Sixpence George VI Proof (3rd coinage) (this page) | Proof | 3rd coinage | 4 | — |
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