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½ Penny - George I
1722 year| Copper | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1714-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1722 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26537 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Harp left, face to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering: .HIBERNIA. 1722.
Interesting fact
The 1722 ½ Penny coin from Ireland is a rare and valuable coin, with only a small number of coins minted during George I's reign. It is believed that the coin was minted to alleviate the shortage of small change in Ireland during that time. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
