1/2 Penny - George VI With `King and Emperor`, Large Head

€14,257.00
IssuerJamaica
Year1938-1947
TypeStandard circulation coins
Value1/2 Penny (1⁄480)
CurrencyPound (1822-1969)
CompositionNickel brass
Weight4.5 g
Dimensions22.5 mm
Thickness1.5 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)Percy Metcalfe
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#31, Pr#85-89
Obverse descriptionCrowned head of King George VI facing left.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering· GEORGE VI KING AND EMPEROR OF INDIA PM
Reverse descriptionCoat of arms of Jamaica.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringJAMAICA HALF PENNY 1940 INDUS UTERQUE SERVIET UNI
(Translation: Both Indies serving one.)
EdgeSmooth
Mint
Mintage1938  - - 960 000
1938  - Proof -
1940  - - 960 000
1940  - Proof -
1942  - - 960 000
1945  - - 960 000
1945  - Proof -
1947  - - 960 000
1947  - Proof -
Catalog ID4608444660
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