Fiji, Florin (proof) 1937

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Percy Metcalfe, designer obverse and reverse
1895 – 1970

London Mint

Fiji, Florin (proof) 1937
1937
silver
Place made
London
Medium
silver
Dimensions
2.8 cm (diam.)
Credit line
Gift, 1938
Accession number
NC01046
Signature and date
Obverse Description: Crowned head of the King facing left; around, GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR, artist's initials, PM, below neck Reverse Description: Shield of arms of Fiji, the English lion facing left above the Cross of St. George, in its paws, a cocoa pod; below in four quarters around the cross: sugarcanes, a coconut palm, a bunch of bananas and the dove of peace (the main element of the flag of King Cakobau, first King of Fiji) the shield has no supporters and divides the date 1937; above, FIJI; below, FLORIN
Media category
Coin
Collection area
International decorative arts and design