© David Mikeladze
© David Mikeladze
½ Penny - George V ½ Penny
| Bronze (95.5% Cu, 3% Sn, 1.5% Zn) | 5.67 g | 25.6 mm |
| Issuer | South Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1928-1931 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound (1825-1961) |
| Composition | Bronze (95.5% Cu, 3% Sn, 1.5% Zn) |
| Weight | 5.67 g |
| Diameter | 25.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 March 1961 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#70363 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 30% |
Reverse
A ship, 'Dromedaris', sailing to right, legend in English and Afrikaans either side, with date above and denomination below, engraver's initials in front of the ship.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOUTH·AFRICA · 1930 · ZUID·AFRIKA
KG
* ½ PENNY *
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Dromedaris is one of the three vessels which brought Jan van Riebeeck and his small group of people to South Africa from Holland in 1652 in order to establish a refreshment station on behalf of the Dutch East India Company.Interesting fact
The ½ Penny coin from South Africa was minted during a time of great economic hardship in the country. The coin was introduced in 1928, and its low denomination was intended to make it accessible to the masses, particularly during a time of high unemployment and poverty. Despite its low value, the coin was made of a durable bronze alloy, which helped to increase its lifespan and make it a reliable means of exchange. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the South African people during a difficult period in their history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | 104912 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1929 | 272095 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1930 | 14 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1931 | 145343 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny - George V (½ Penny) 1928-1931 coin.
