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½ Penny - George III 4th issue
| Copper | 9.45 g | 28.7 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1806-1807 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.45 g |
| Diameter | 28.7 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 August 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#4212 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Seated figure of Britannia facing left, trident in left hand, shield with Union flag resting on left, olive branch in raised right hand, legend above, sea behind with ship on left.
NOTE: The word SOHO, if present, is below lower right of shield and at 45 degrees.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA
SOHO
Engraver: Conrad Heinrich Küchler
Edge
Plain with groove containing diagonal lines (as below image)
Comment
The standard weight of these pieces was 48 to the pound avoirdupois (1/3 ounce or 145.8 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penny - George III (4th issue) 1806-1807 coin is that it was one of the first coins to feature the iconic image of Britannia, the symbol of British strength and resilience. The image of Britannia was first introduced on British coins in 1672 and has been a recurring motif ever since. The design of the coin was created by the famous engraver and artist, William Wyon, and it features a left-facing portrait of King George III, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves and the inscription "GEORGIUS III DEI GRATIA" (George III, by the grace of God). The reverse side of the coin features the image of Britannia standing on the shore, holding a trident and a shield, with a merchant ship in the background. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and prosperity of the British Empire, and it has become a beloved and iconic symbol of British culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1806 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1807 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny - George III (4th issue) 1806-1807 coin.
