1 Shilling - George VI (1938 - 1947)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Shilling |
| Catalog Number | KM# 23 |
| Weight (g) | 5.63 |
| Diameter (mm) | 23.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.8 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Nickel-Brass |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Percy Metcalfe
Lettering:
:GEORGIVS VI D · G · BRITT · OMN · REX F · D · IND · IMP
Description:
King George VI facing left.
:GEORGIVS VI D · G · BRITT · OMN · REX F · D · IND · IMP
Description:
King George VI facing left.
Reverse
Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
. 19 38 .
ONE SHILLING
Description:
Palm tree divides date in circular frame, name of country and denomination.
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
. 19 38 .
ONE SHILLING
Description:
Palm tree divides date in circular frame, name of country and denomination.
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 57,806,000 | Common | |
| 1938 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1939 | 55,472,000 | Common | |
| 1939 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1940 | 40,311,000 | Common | |
| 1940 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1942 | 42,000,000 | Common | |
| 1943 | 133,600,000 | Common | |
| 1945 | 8,010,000 | Common | |
| 1945 H | 12,864,000 | Common | |
| 1945 KN | 11,120,000 | Common | |
| 1945 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1946 | 37,350,000 | Common | |
| 1946 H | Very Rare | ||
| 1946 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1947 | 99,200,000 | Common | |
| 1947 H | 10,000,000 | Common | |
| 1947 KN | 10,384,000 | Common | |
| 1947 | Proof | Rare |