United Kingdom 1 Penny - Victoria, 1887
Jubilee Head; Pattern
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Information
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Currency
Pattern strikes
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Pattern
Denomination
1 Penny = 1⁄12 Shilling
Year
1887
Ruler
Victoria
(1837–1901)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
9.45
Diameter (mm)
30.8
Thickness (mm)
1.6
Demonetized
31 August 1971
Description
1 Penny = 1⁄12 Shilling from United Kingdom. Issued in 1887. Struck in Bronze. Measures 30.8 mm and weighs 9.45 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned and veiled bust ('Jubilee Head') of Queen Victoria left, legend around. (Victoria by the Grace of God Queen of the Britains Defender of the Faith)
- Reverse
- Seated figure of Britannia right, with trident in left hand and shield bearing the Union flag in right, sea behind with lighthouse on left and ship on right, denomination above and date in exergue.
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | — |
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