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1 Ackey - George III Trial Strike
1796 year| Bronze plated copper | 15.55 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Ghana › Gold Coast (1821-1957) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1796 |
| Value | 1 Ackey |
| Currency | Ackey (1796-1818) |
| Composition | Bronze plated copper |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#69757 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms with legend around
Script: Latin
Lettering: FREE TRADE TO AFRICA. BY ACT. OF PARLIAMENT. 1750.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the A Pattern 1 Ackey - George III (Trial Strike) 1796 from Ghana › Gold Coast (1821-1957) made of Bronze plated copper weighing 15.55 g is that it is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples existing in the world. It is considered a trial strike, meaning it was struck multiple times to test the dies and ensure that the design was properly transferred to the coin. This process resulted in a unique and intricate detailing on the coin's surface, making it highly sought after by collectors.
