The Sixpence (six pennies) came from the British currency and spread to many of the Commonwealth countries at different times. Since all countries have now decimalised, the Sixpence is no longer in use. Apart from Britain, there was Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, South Africa, Rhodesia, Malta and many others.
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ha-pennies (slang for half-pennies) were issued for hundreds of years by several countries in the British empire / commonwealth. Please post a new question with more details including the coin's date and which country issued it. If there's no country shown, it was most likely issued by the UK.
Half a Sixpence - film - was created in 1967.
New Zealand only issued a Twenty Dollar coin in 1995 and 1997.
Yes. George V died in January 1936 but the coins had already been minted. The British West Africa Pennies that were issued and circulated had both George V on the earlier coins, and Edward VIII on the coin issued later.
A New Zealand 1948 cupro-nickel Sixpence (George VI), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to $160 NZD. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from $2 to $50 NZD. There were 2 million minted. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation.