Commonwealth of Australia 1 Pound note featuring King George VI

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Commonwealth of Australia 1 Pound note featuring King George VI

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Description

The Commonwealth of Australia 1 Pound note featuring King George VI is an iconic piece of Australian currency, particularly from the era around 1940s. This note was part of the pre-decimal currency system, used before Australia transitioned to the Australian Dollar in 1966.

Key Features of the 1 Pound Note with King George VI:

  • Design:
    • The 1 Pound note from this series typically featured King George VI, who was the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom and Australia at the time. His image appeared on the front of the note, marking his significance in Australian history during the period of World War II.
    • The reverse side of the note often featured various decorative elements related to Australia’s identity, such as the Australian Coat of Arms or floral motifs representing Australia’s natural heritage.
  • King George VI:
    • King George VI became King of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth in 1936, following the abdication of his brother, King Edward VIII. His portrait appeared on a variety of currency, including Australian banknotes, during his reign until his death in 1952.
    • His image was commonly used on Australian banknotes between the late 1930s and early 1950s, including on the 1 Pound note issued by the Commonwealth of Australia.
  • Series and Issuance:
    • The 1 Pound note with King George VI was issued as part of the “King George VI Series” of banknotes, which were printed in the early 1940s during and shortly after World War II.
    • These notes were part of a series of paper currency printed during wartime to deal with the challenges of inflation and wartime economies.
  • Material:
    • The note was made of paper, as polymer currency was not introduced in Australia until much later.
  • Transition to Decimal Currency:
    • In 1966, Australia transitioned from the British pound system to the decimal currency system, replacing the pound with the Australian Dollar (AUD). This resulted in the retirement of the 1 Pound note and its replacement with the 1 Dollar coin.

Collectibility:

  • Numismatic Value:
    • The 1 Pound note with King George VI is highly collectible among numismatists and history enthusiasts. The value of the note depends on its condition (whether it’s circulated or uncirculated), serial number, and any potential rarity factors (e.g., misprints or low serial numbers).
    • Notes in excellent or uncirculated condition are especially valuable.

Additional information

Weight 0.01 kg
Dimensions 30 × 10 × 0.1 cm

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