9 Piastres - George VI (1938 - 1940)
Features
| Denomination | 9 Piastres |
| Catalog Number | KM# 25 |
| Weight (g) | 5.6552 |
| Diameter (mm) | 23.7 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.925) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 13.93 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Percy Metcalfe
Lettering:
GEORGIVS VI DEI GRA . REX ET IND . IMP .
Description:
King George VI facing left.
GEORGIVS VI DEI GRA . REX ET IND . IMP .
Description:
King George VI facing left.
Reverse
Engraved by George Edward Kruger Gray
Lettering:
* CYPRUS *
NINE PIASTRES · 1940
Description:
Two stylized rampant lions left, name of country above, year of issue at right, denomination below.
* CYPRUS *
NINE PIASTRES · 1940
Description:
Two stylized rampant lions left, name of country above, year of issue at right, denomination below.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 504,000 | Not Common | |
| 1938 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1940 | 800,000 | Not Common | |
| 1940 | Proof | Rare |