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New Zealand - 1951 - Half Penny - KM20 - Uncirculated (OM-A1877)
Half Penny - Elizabeth II 1st portrait
Country | New Zealand |
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King | George VI (1936-1952) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1949-1952 |
Value | 1/2 Penny = 1/24 Shilling (1/480 NZP) |
Currency | Pound (1840-1967) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 5.6 g |
Diameter | 25.4 mm |
Thickness | 1.60 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
References | KM# 20 |
Obverse
Uncrowned portrait of King George VI left, legend around.
Lettering: KING GEORGE THE SIXTH
Engraver: Thomas Humphrey Paget
Reverse
A Maori Hei-tiki (Maori charm) with Maori ornamental scrolls on each side, legend around, date below.
Lettering:
NEW ZEALAND HALF PENNY
· 1951 ·
Engraver: L. C. Mitchell
Edge
Plain