United Kingdom 1 Penny - George III, 1792
Thin numerals; incl. Maundy
Information
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
1792
Ruler
George III
(1760–1820)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
0.5
Diameter (mm)
12
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from United Kingdom. Issued in 1792. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 12 mm and weighs 0.5 g.
- Obverse
- Older laureate and draped bust of King George III right, legend around. (George the Third by the Grace of God)
- Reverse
- Central crowned denomination above date, legend around. Note: thin numeral known as 'Wire Money'. (King of Great Britain France and Ireland)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | unc | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1792 | — | € 180,00 |
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