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½ Penny - George III
| Copper | 9.3 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1801) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1774-1782 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.3 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#5528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Cláirseach (or Gaelic harp)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HIBERNIA·
17 75
Translation:
Ireland
1775
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Penny coin from George III's reign (1774-1782) was the first coin to feature a portrait of the king, which was a departure from the previous designs that had featured symbols or allegorical figures. This coin was also the first to be minted at the Royal Mint in Dublin, Ireland, which was established in 1774.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1775 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1781 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1774-1782 coin.
