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George VI 50 Cents Coin

Key Facts & Value

Key Fact

Historical significanceThe 1 Shilling coin from 1949 features the profile of King George VI, who reigned from 1936 until his death in 1952. This coin represents a transitional period in British coinage, moving towards decimalization.

Design and artistThe obverse design by Thomas Humphrey Paget is notable for its detailed depiction of the king, while the reverse illustrates the lion passant, a symbol of British heraldry, crafted by Matthew Bonaccorsi.

Cultural contextPost-war Britain saw a shift in public perception of currency, with the Shilling becoming a symbol of resilience and national pride during a time of recovery and rebuilding.

Value Fact

The value of this 1949 Shilling is influenced by its historical context, the popularity of King George VI, and the rarity of certain minting years. Collectors often seek coins from this era due to their significance in British history. Demand can be driven by the coin's condition, rarity, and market trends.

Coins from the reign of George VI are often treasured for their connection to a pivotal time in British history, enhancing their desirability among collectors.

Item Details

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CategoryCoins

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Weight5.65 g

PersonGeorge VI

Coins TypeCirculation

Denomination1 Shilling

CurrencyGBP

Obverse DescriptionPortrait of George VI

Obverse CreatorThomas Humphrey Paget

Reverse DescriptionLion passant

Reverse CreatorMatthew Bonaccorsi

Mint or Printing Press-

Diameter23.5 mm

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Production TypeCirculation

Edge TypeMilled

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Coins Topic/ThemeRoyalty

Country / EmpireUnited Kingdom

Start Year1949

End Year1967

Coin Product NameShilling

Mint Mark-

Obverse ObjectsCrown

Reverse ObjectsLion

ShapeRound

MaterialSilver

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AlignmentMedal

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