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½ Penny - George III short bust type
| Copper | 7.4 g | 28.2 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1801) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1766-1769 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.4 g |
| Diameter | 28.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Crowned Harp divides date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HIBERNIA
17 66
Unabridged legend: Hibernia
Translation: Ireland
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1766-1769 George III short bust ½ penny coin from Ireland is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as a replacement for the earlier 1764-1766 issue, which had a higher copper content and was found to be too large and heavy for practical use. Despite its smaller size, the 1766-1769 issue was still made of copper and weighed 7.4 grams, making it a significant improvement over its predecessor. This coin is a testament to the efforts of the Irish mint to address the economic challenges of the time and provide a more practical and reliable currency for the people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1766 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1769 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (short bust type) 1766-1769 coin.
