1/2 Penny 1934 [British West Africa]

Coins-Africa

Reverse
In the central part, the Star of Solomon. Below it is the year of issue: 1934, framed by dots. Around the edge from left to right is the country name in English: BRITISH WEST AFRICA. Along the arc of the coin's edge are raised elements executed as denticles.
Obverse
To the left, above, and to the right of the central hole is text in English: 'ONE HALF PENNY', framed by arched patterns. Above it is depicted a British crown. Below the central hole is Arabic script. In the left part, along the arc of the coin's edge, is the Latin inscription: 'GEORGIVS VI', on the right - 'REX ET IND: IMP:' - George VI King and Emperor of India. The edge of the coin features a denticulated relief.