1937 George VI Fifteen Coin UK Coronation Year Proof Set
What Coins Are In 1937 Proof Sets?
Specimen sets from 1937 contain fifteen different UK coins, including:
- 1937 Coronation Crown
- 1937 Halfcrown
- 1937 Florin
- 1937 English Shilling
- 1937 Scottish Shilling
- 1937 Sixpence
- 1937 silver Threepence
- 1937 Maundy Fourpence
- 1937 Maundy Threepence
- 1937 Maundy Twopence
- 1937 Maundy Penny
- 1937 brass Threepence
- 1937 Farthing
- 1937 Penny
- 1937 Halfpenny
All the coins in these sets boast a premium proof finish.
King George VI (1936-1952)
George VI came to the throne in 1936, following the death of his father, George V, and the abdication of his brother, Edward VIII. While George had not expected to rule, his reign is regarded as a success, and he is remembered for sharing the hardships of his people during World War II.
Who Was Humphrey Paget?
Thomas Humphrey Paget OBE (1893-1974) was an English coin designer and medallist. He is best known for creating the definitive coinage portrait of King George VI and for his rendition of Francis Drake's Golden Hind, the sailing ship that appeared on the Halfpenny from 1937 until the coin was withdrawn in 1969.
1937 Coronation Crown Coin
These specimen sets include an example of the 1937 Coronation Crown. By the 1930s, Crown coins had fallen out of general circulation. This Crown is one of the first real commemorative coins, struck largely for collectors and those looking for a souvenir to mark an important royal event.
Collecting Historic UK Proof Sets
Unlike modern proof sets, the coins in these 1937 sets are unencapsulated and will show signs of toning, typical of historic currency. These coins have not been in circulation and are offered in near FDC (Fleur de Coin) state or better.
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