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6 Pence, British West Africa, 1913

6 Pence, British West Africa, 1913

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Description (Brief)
One (1) 6 pence coin
British West Africa, 1913
Obverse Image: Bust of King George V facing left.
Obverse Text: GEORGIVS V D.G. BRITT: OMN: REX F.D. IND. IMP:
Reverse Image: Wreath.
Reverse Text: BRITISH WEST AFRICA / 6 PENCE / 1913
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
coin
date made
1913
place used
British West Africa
place made
United Kingdom
Physical Description
silver (overall material)
Measurements
overall:.12 cm x 1.92 cm; 1/16 in x 3/4 in
ID Number
NU.NU49179
catalog number
NU49179
accession number
161590
collector/donor number
1825
Credit Line
Paul A. Straub
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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