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George VI Era (1937-1952)

Complete 1937–1952
Designer: T.H. Paget (obverse), Emanuel Hahn (reverses)

Circulation coins from the reign of King George VI (1937-1952). Complete reverse redesign in 1937 with iconic wildlife designs by Emanuel Hahn. The 'ET IND:IMP:' (Emperor of India) was removed from the obverse legend in 1948 after Indian independence.

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Notes
Key dates: 1947 Maple Leaf varieties (struck in 1948 with 1947 date + maple leaf), 1948 (low mintage, 'IND:IMP:' removed). Tombac 5c (1942-43), Victory 5c (1943-45).

Collector Research Notes

Circulation coins from the reign of King George VI (1937-1952). Complete reverse redesign in 1937 with iconic wildlife designs by Emanuel Hahn. The 'ET IND:IMP:' (Emperor of India) was removed from the obverse legend in 1948 after Indian independence.

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