Reverse The central part features a stylized depiction of a turtle, its head facing upward. To the left is the number "19", to the right "42" - denoting the issue date "1942". To the right, below the number "42", is the letter "S" - the mint mark. Along the upper edge arc is the inscription "FIJI". Along the lower edge arc is the English inscription "SIXPENCE". The coin's edge features decorative elements in the form of denticles.
Obverse The central part features the left-facing profile of British Emperor George VI wearing a crown. Along the left edge arc is the Latin inscription "GEORGE VI", to the right - "KING EMPEROR". Below the truncation of the neck are the letters "PM", denoting the initials of the artist Percy Metcalfe. The coin's edge features decorative raised denticles.