Guernsey ½ Penny - Elizabeth II, 1979
Information
Country
Guernsey
Guernsey
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
½ Penny
Year
1979
Ruler
Elizabeth II
(1952–2022)
Composition
Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
1.78
Diameter (mm)
17.15
Thickness (mm)
0.89
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Penny from Guernsey. Issued in 1979. Struck in Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin). Measures 17.15 mm and weighs 1.78 g.
- Obverse
- Coat of arms (The Bailiwick of the Island of Guernsey)
- Reverse
- Denomination and date
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | unc | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 20K | € 6,30 | Proof |
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