1/2 Penny - George VI (1949 - 1952)
Features
| Denomination | 1/2 Penny |
| Catalog Number | KM# 20 |
| Weight (g) | 5.6 |
| Diameter (mm) | 25.5 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.6 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bronze |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Thomas Humphrey Paget
Lettering:
KING GEORGE THE SIXTH
Description:
King George VI facing left.
KING GEORGE THE SIXTH
Description:
King George VI facing left.
Reverse
Engraved by L.C. Mitchell
Lettering:
NEW ZEALAND HALF PENNY
· 1951 ·
Description:
Hei-tiki, name of country and year of issue.
NEW ZEALAND HALF PENNY
· 1951 ·
Description:
Hei-tiki, name of country and year of issue.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 1,766,400 | Common | |
| 1949 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1950 | 1,425,600 | Common | |
| 1950 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1951 | 2,342,400 | Common | |
| 1951 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1952 | 2,400,000 | Common | |
| 1952 | Proof | Rare |