New Guinea 6 Pence - George V, 1935
Information
Country
New Guinea
Currency
Pound
(1915 – 1966)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
6 Pence
Year
1935
Ruler
George V
(1910–1936)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Shape
Round with a round hole
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
2.7
Diameter (mm)
19.4
Thickness (mm)
1.4
Demonetized
Yes
Description
6 Pence from New Guinea. Issued in 1935. Struck in Copper-nickel. Measures 19.4 mm and weighs 2.7 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned monogram with hole dividing date
- Reverse
- Design reminiscent of the discoidal, flower-like carved stone heads of war clubs. Lettering around.
- Edge
- Reeded
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