1943 George VI 1 Pice – Pretoria Mint (Small Dot) | High Crown Variety | NGC MS 65 RB

Struck in 1943 at the Pretoria Mint, South Africa, this bronze 1 Pice of George VI is an important wartime issue of British India coinage. Catalogued as GK 1435 and Pridmore 705, the coin features the distinctive High Crown portrait of King George VI on the obverse and the denomination on the reverse. Identified by the Small Dot mint mark, this Pretoria Mint variety was produced during World War II when coin production was supplemented outside India to meet demand.

Certified by NGC as MS 65 RB (Red Brown), the coin is preserved in outstanding gem mint-state condition, displaying a sharp strike, exceptional surface quality, and an attractive combination of original mint red and rich brown patina. Such high-grade examples are rarely encountered, particularly for wartime bronze issues that often saw extensive circulation.

A very rare and premium-quality specimen, this 1943 Pretoria Mint 1 Pice combines historical significance, scarce mint attribution, and superb certified preservation. Its exceptional grade and wartime provenance make it a standout addition to advanced collections of George VI coinage, British India bronze denominations, and high-grade certified numismatic rarities.