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| Issuer | India - British |
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| Year | 1940 |
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| Engraver(s) | Percy Metcalfe |
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| Obverse description | Left-facing crowned effigy of King George VI, rendered in high relief with fine portrait detail by engraver Percy Metcalfe. The king wears the Imperial State Crown, depicted with considerable heraldic detail including fleurs-de-lis and arches. The circular legend GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR runs along the periphery in Latin capitals. The field is smooth and unadorned, drawing full attention to the royal portrait. The design is enclosed by a toothed (beaded) border. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR |
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