United Kingdom 1 Penny - George III, 1797
Pattern
Information
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Pattern
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
1797
Ruler
George III
(1760–1820)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Weight (g)
39.11
Diameter (mm)
36
Thickness (mm)
2.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from United Kingdom. Issued in 1797. Struck in Gold. Measures 36 mm and weighs 39.11 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate and draped bust of King George III right, legend around on raised rim. (George the Third by the Grace of God King)
- Reverse
- Seated figure of Britannia left, with trident and shield in left hand, olive branch in right, sea behind with ship to left, legend above and date below on raised rim.
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1797 | — | Proof |
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