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½ Penny - Edward VII Arms with horizontal shading
| Copper-nickel | 5.3 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1902-1903 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (1822-1969) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#34089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Jamaica, with horizontal shading, within beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JAMAICA
🏵 HALF PENNY 🏵
INDUS UTERQUE SERVIET UNI
Translation: Both Indies serving one.
Engraver: George William de Saulles
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Penny coin from Jamaica featuring Edward VII with horizontal shading on the arms is a unique and rare coin. It was minted in 1902 and 1903, and it's one of the few coins from Jamaica that were made of copper-nickel, which is a metal alloy composed of copper and nickel. This coin weighs 5.3 grams and has a diameter of 24 millimeters. Due to its rarity and historical significance, it's highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auctions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | 48000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 | 48000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny - Edward VII (Arms with horizontal shading) 1902-1903 coin.
