What is a 1937 New Zealand shilling coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1937 shilling from NZ.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$4 | $8 | $22 | $80 | $150 | $300+ |
Values are in New Zealand Dollars
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
New Zealand
shilling
George VI
1937
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The obverse features the bare head
of King George VI facing left.
The surrounding legend reads:
'GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR'
images courtesy of Rehlin
Notes:
First King George VI era New Zealand shilling.
Monarch | King George VI |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 5.65 grams |
Diameter | 23.6 mm |
Comp | 50% silver |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 890,000 |
Scarcity | less common for period |
Obverse | Thomas Paget |
Reverse | George Kruger Grey |
1937 New Zealand
shilling specifications
1937 New Zealand
shilling design
The 1937 New Zealand shilling reverse
shows a crouching Maori warrior, holding
a taiaha (staff weapon).
'NEW ZEALAND' is above the main
design, and 'ONE SHILLING' and the
date below.
The retail value of a 1937
New Zealand shilling
can range from $4 to over
$300, depending on grade,
condition, desirability, and
demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
links to our self-help pages on coin assessment
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |