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3 Pence - George VI (Rex Imperator)

🇿🇦 South Africa · 3 Pence - George VI (Rex Imperator) · 1923–1960
Regular
Weight1.414 g
Diameter16.3 mm
Mintage 3,223,710 Proof issues: 30
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↑ Medal
Composition80% Silver
DesignerThomas Humphrey Paget, George Kruger Gray
ReferenceHern# S138
Collector's Key World IDCKW-ZAF-1025

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1939 South Africa 3 Pence - George VI (Rex Imperator) coins were minted?
3,223,710 were struck (Proof issues: 30).
What is a 1939 South Africa 3 Pence - George VI (Rex Imperator) made of?
0.800 Silver, weighing 1.414 g.
What is the melt value of a 1939 South Africa 3 Pence - George VI (Rex Imperator)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1939 South Africa 3 Pence - George VI (Rex Imperator) a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.