This 1947 Newfoundland 1 Cent coin features a crowned portrait of King George VI on the obverse and a striking purple pitcher plant on the reverse, making it a unique addition for any collector. Graded MS-60 by ICCS and composed of high-quality bronze, this coin not only showcases historical significance but also represents the natural beauty of Newfoundland.
- Issuer: Newfoundland
- Year: 1947
- Face Value: 1 Cent
- Composition: Bronze (Cu 95.5%, Sn 3%, Zn 1.5%)
- Obverse: A crowned portrait of King George VI facing left
- Reverse: A purple pitcher plant (the island’s emblematic insectivore plant) in the center divides date and denomination below
- Grade: MS-60 (ICCS)
- Catalogue Reference: KM# 18