Description

Issuer	Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972)
King	George VI (1936-1952)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1942-1945
Value	1 Cent (0.01)
Currency	Rupee (1871-1972)
Composition	Bronze
Weight	2.36 g
Diameter	22.35 mm
Thickness	0.87 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes
Number	N# 12116
References	KM# 111a

Step back in time with this rare collectible - the 1937 1 Cent coin from Sri Lanka, then known as Ceylon. Issued during the reign of King George VI, this bronze coin holds historical significance from the period of 1942-1945. Weighing 2.36g with a diameter of 22.35mm, it features a round shape and milled edges. The coin bears the denomination of 1 cent and was part of the Rupee currency system. With a unique medal alignment and a thickness of 0.87mm, this piece is a testament to Ceylon's numismatic history. A must-have for collectors, this rare coin offers a glimpse into a bygone era and holds both historical and intrinsic value.