United Kingdom ½ Penny - George III, 1799
Pattern
Information
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Pattern
Denomination
½ Penny
Year
1799
Ruler
George III
(1760–1820)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
14.4
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Penny from United Kingdom. Issued in 1799. Struck in Copper. Measures 0 mm and weighs 14.4 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned and draped bust of King George III facing right, legend around. (George the Third King by the Grace of God)
- Reverse
- Seated figure of Britannia facing left, holding trident in left hand and olive branch in right, shield with Union flag resting at right, three masted sailing ship in the background at left, legend above, date in exergue.
- Edge
- Light diagonal milling
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1799 SOHO | — |
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