⅒ Penny - Elizabeth II 1954-1957 front ⅒ Penny - Elizabeth II 1954-1957 back
⅒ Penny - Elizabeth II 1954-1957 photo
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⅒ Penny - Elizabeth II

 
Bronze (95.5% Copper, 3% Tin, 1.5% Zinc) 1.94 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
British West Africa
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-1957)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1954-1957
Value
⅒ Penny (1⁄2400)
Currency
Pound (1907-1968)
Composition
Bronze (95.5% Copper, 3% Tin, 1.5% Zinc)
Weight
1.94 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#11903
Rarity index
40%

Reverse

Hexagram divides date at bottom

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITISH WEST AFRICA
· 1954 ·

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1954-1957 British West Africa ⅒ Penny coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued during the transition from the British colonial era to independence, with many African countries gaining their independence in the late 1950s and early 1960s. This coin serves as a reminder of the complex history of colonialism and the gradual shift towards self-governance in Africa.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1954  4800000 - - - - - -
1956  2400000 - - - - - -
1957  7200000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅒ Penny - Elizabeth II 1954-1957 coin.