| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Denomination | 1 cents |
| Alloy | Nickel Brass |
| Diameter | 18.4/17.0 mm |
| Thickness | mm |
| Weight | 2.592 gms |
| Shape | eight Scallops |
| Edge | Plain |
| DieAxis | O° |
George VI - Two Cents
A definitive decimal currency Two cent Nickel Brass coin, a denomination first introduced in 1944 November 15th.
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Obverse : Crowned effigy of George VI to left in relief in the center of the legend GEORGE VI KING AND EMPEROR OF INDIA, along periphery. Initials of designer P M in relief below the truncation.
Reverse : The word CENTS superimposed over large numeral 2 and year below. Left Sinhala sather dhecker; Right Tamil 2 Satam, and above CEYLON along periphery.
| Pridmore | Year | Alloy | Issue | Coined | Mint |
| 195 | 1944 | Cu | 30,165,000 | 1945 | Calcutta & Bombay |
Mintage as in Royal Mint reports of 1945
The coin was scaned at 300dpi and the images are displayed at 300dpi.