© David Mikeladze
© David Mikeladze
¼ Penny - George V ¼ Penny ¼
| Bronze (95.5% Cu, 3% Sn, 1.5% Zn) | 2.83 g | 20.2 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1923-1924 |
| Value | ¼ Penny (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound (1825-1961) |
| Composition | Bronze (95.5% Cu, 3% Sn, 1.5% Zn) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 20.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 March 1961 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#70359 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
Cape Sparrows perched on acacia branch within circle, date above and denomination below, legend in English and Afrikaans.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOUTH·AFRICA·1924·ZUID·AFRIKA
KG
* ¼ PENNY ¼ *
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Plain
Comment
Farthings dated 1923 were struck in two different Bronze finishes: Hern#S1 (black) and Hern#S2 (red). The blackened finish was created in an attempt to distinguish from the current gold coins and both varieties are included in the total 1923 mintage.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1923-1924 South African ¼ Penny coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The coin was introduced during the reign of King George V, who ruled from 1910 to 1936. During his reign, South Africa underwent significant political and economic changes, including the formation of the Union of South Africa in 1910, which united several colonies into a single state. Additionally, the coin was minted during a period of economic growth and development, with the discovery of gold and diamonds in the early 20th century leading to an economic boom. Despite these changes, the ¼ Penny coin remained a widely used denomination in everyday transactions, reflecting the economic diversity of the country during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | 1402 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1924 | 94838 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Penny - George V (¼ Penny ¼) 1923-1924 coin.