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½ Penny - George III
1805 yearCopper | 7.64 g | 27.6 mm |
Issuer | Ireland |
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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 |
Numista | N#8347 |
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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 |
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1805 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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