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½ Penny - George III

1805 year
Copper 7.64 g 27.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Ireland
King
George III (1801-1820)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1805
Value
½ Penny (1⁄480)
Currency
Second Irish Pound (1460-1826)
Composition
Copper
Weight
7.64 g
Diameter
27.6 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#8347
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Cláirseach (or Gaelic harp).

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HIBERNIA.
1805

Translation: Ireland

Edge

Engrailed with Center Slanted Reeding Left or Plain.

Comment

Varieties exist with different metals used = different coin entries.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1805 Irish George III ½ Penny coin is that it was minted during a time of economic hardship in Ireland. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at addressing the economic issues faced by the country. Despite the challenges, the coin remained in circulation for over 50 years, indicating its durability and continued use in everyday transactions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1805  - - - - - -

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