New Zealand
sixpence
George VI
1948
What is a 1948 New Zealand sixpence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1948 six pence from NZ.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$2 | $5 | $16 | $55 | $100 | $310+ |
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.
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The obverse features the bare head of
King George VI facing left.
The surrounding legend reads:
'KING GEORGE THE SIXTH'
images courtesy of TDK APDC
Notes:
Change to obverse legend, reflecting India's
independence from the British Empire.
Monarch | King George VI |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 2.83 grams |
Diameter | 19.3 mm |
Comp | cupro-nickel |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 2,000,000 |
Scarcity | relatively common lower grades |
Obverse | Thomas Humphrey Paget |
Reverse | George Kruger Grey |
1948 New Zealand
sixpence specifications
1948 New Zealand
sixpence design
The 1948 New Zealand sixpence reverse
shows a huia bird (now extinct), perched
on a branch.
The words 'NEW ZEALAND' are above
the main design, with 'SIXPENCE' and
the date below.
The retail value of a 1948
New Zealand sixpence
can range from $2 to over
$310, 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 |