South African One Penny

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Date:1942

Description:

South African bronze one penny, 1942

Diameter 31mm

The obverse features the bust of George VI. The inscription reads 'GEORGIUS VI REX IMPERATOR', Latin for 'George VI King and Emperor'. The reverse features a rigged ship at sea and the inscription 'SOUTH-AFRICA. 1942. SUID-AFRIKA'. The denomination abbreviated to '1D.' is below.

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South African One Penny

South African bronze one penny, 1942 Diameter 31mm The obverse features the bust of George VI. The inscription ...

South African One Penny

South African bronze one penny, 1942 Diameter 31mm The obverse features the bust of George VI. The inscription ...

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South Africa Numismatics Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum Coins, Tokens & Medals Business, Trade & Industry Alloys - Bronze, Brass, Pewter

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M469.1920.139 (66/16442)

Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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