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Which of the following British Monarchs never appeared on a circulated pound sterling coin?

  • Victoria
  • Edward VIII
  • George VI
  • Charles II
Explanation

Edward VIII never appeared on a circulated pound sterling coin because his reign as king was short-lived. He ascended to the throne in January 1936 but abdicated in December of the same year, before any coins featuring his image could be produced and circulated. Due to his abdication, Edward VIII left no lasting monetary imprint on the currency of the United Kingdom.