A British sixpence dated 1931, issued during the reign of King George V, featuring the distinctive oak leaves and acorns reverse design.
The obverse shows the King’s uncrowned portrait facing left, surrounded by the abbreviated Latin inscription identifying him as George V, King, Defender of the Faith and Emperor of India. Although the portrait shows considerable circulation wear, much of the surrounding lettering remains visible.
The reverse features six oak leaves and six acorns, arranged around the central design, with “SIX PENCE” above, the royal initials “G” and “V” to either side, and the 1931 date below. Darker toning around the recessed areas contrasts with the lighter raised details.
Struck in 50% silver, this coin is a small piece of British history from the interwar years. Sixpence represented six old pennies, or half a shilling, and remains associated with the traditional “lucky sixpence”—including the wedding rhyme’s “silver sixpence in her shoe.”
- Country: United Kingdom
- Monarch: George V
- Year: 1931
- Denomination: Sixpence / 6d
- Composition: .500 silver (50% silver)
- Standard minted weight: 2.83 g; actual weight not measured
Condition: Circulated, with substantial wear to the King’s portrait, surface marks and uneven toning. The reverse oak and acorn design remains identifiable, and the date is readable. Not professionally graded; please examine both photographs to assess condition.
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