1 Penny - George VI (1949 - 1952)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Catalog Number | KM# 21 |
| Weight (g) | 9.6 |
| Diameter (mm) | 31 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.8 |
| 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 · ONE PENNY
· 1951 ·
Description:
Tui bird sitting on branch.
NEW ZEALAND · ONE PENNY
· 1951 ·
Description:
Tui bird sitting on branch.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 2,016,000 | Common | |
| 1949 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1950 | 5,784,000 | Common | |
| 1950 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1951 | 6,888,000 | Common | |
| 1951 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1952 | 10,800,000 | Common | |
| 1952 | Proof | Rare |