1 Penny - George VI (1951 - 1952)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Catalog Number | KM# 34.2 |
| Weight (g) | 9.45 |
| Diameter (mm) | 30.8 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bronze |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
Obverse
Engraved by Thomas Humphrey Paget
Lettering:
GEORGIVS SEXTVS REX
HP
Description:
King George VI facing left.
GEORGIVS SEXTVS REX
HP
Description:
King George VI facing left.
Reverse
Engraved by George Kruger Gray
Lettering:
SOUTH · AFRICA · 1951 · SUID-AFRIKA
KG
1D.
Description:
Sailing ship, name of country, year of issue and denomination.
SOUTH · AFRICA · 1951 · SUID-AFRIKA
KG
1D.
Description:
Sailing ship, name of country, year of issue and denomination.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 3,787,000 | Very Common | |
| 1951 | 2,000 | Proof | Common |
| 1952 | 12,674,000 | Very Common | |
| 1952 | 16,000 | Proof | Common |