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½ New Penny - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait
| Bronze | 1.7 g | 17.14 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1971-1980 |
| Value | ½ Penny (0.005 JEP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 17.14 mm |
| Thickness | 1.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 18 February 1985 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#5722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Value, Coat of Arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BAILIWICK OF JERSEY
HALF NEW PENNY 1971
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ New Penny - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1971-1980 from Jersey (British Crown dependencies) is that it was the first coin to feature the new portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was introduced in 1971. The portrait was designed by sculptor Arnold Machin and features a more mature and regal image of the Queen, compared to the previous portrait that had been used since her accession to the throne in 1952. This coin was also the first to be made of bronze, which was a change from the previous cupro-nickel composition used for the 1/2 penny coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 7800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ New Penny - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1971-1980 coin.
