1942 sixpence value - United Kingdom
United Kingdom
sixpence
George VI
1942
What is a 1942 British six pence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1942 sixpence from the UK.
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| VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
| £0.60 | £0.70 | £1 | £2 | £4 | £7+ |
Values are in UK Pounds
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, with the legend:
'GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX'
images courtesy of UK Coinage
Notes:
| Monarch | King George VI |
| Edge | reeded |
| Weight | 2.83 grams |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Comp | 50% silver |
| Minted | London, England |
| Mintage | approx. 44,942,785 |
| Scarcity | relatively common for period |
| Obverse | Thomas Humphrey Paget |
| Reverse | George Kruger Gray |
1942 United Kingdom
sixpence specifications
1942 United Kingdom
sixpence design
The 1942 United Kingdom sixpence
reverse shows George VI's royal cypher
with the date divided to either side, and
the royal crown above.
The legend 'FID DEF IND IMP' is around
the top, with the word 'SIXPENCE' below.
The retail value of a
1942 British sixpence can
range from £0.60 to over
£7, 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 |