New Zealand Sixpences from 1933 to 1946 inclusive were made from 50% silver, the remainder being comprised of 40% copper and 10% nickel.
From 1947 to 1965, they were made from a copper-nickel alloy.
New Zealand Sixpences from 1947 to 1965 were made from a copper nickel alloy.
There were no New Zealand Sixpences minted prior to 1933.
All years of issue of the New Zealand Sixpence from 1933 to 1965 featured the now extinct "huia", a species of wattlebird.
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.
The Huia featured on the reverse of all New Zealand Sixpences from 1933 to 1965 inclusive.
"Zack" was a slang term used mostly in Australia and New Zealand for a Sixpence. The term is thought to have originated with the Scottish pronunciation of Sixpence - being "Saxpence", with a thick Scottish accent.
All New Zealand "silver" coins from 1933 to 1946 inclusive had a 50% silver content. All New Zealand "silver" coins from 1947 onwards, were made from a copper/nickel alloy.
There was no 1948 New Zealand Halfpenny minted.
There was no 1948 New Zealand Crown minted.
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Mt Tarawera erupted for 8 days in 1948 in NZ.
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