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1 Cent - Edward VII
| Copper | 4.72 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1904-1910 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01) |
| Currency | Rupee (1871-1972) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.72 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#14672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Denomination outside circle, palm tree and Sinhalese and Tamil lettering within
Lettering:
CEYLON · ONE · CENT
සතය சதம்
· 1906 ·
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Cent coin from Sri Lanka (then known as Ceylon) during the reign of Edward VII (1904-1910) is interesting because it was made of copper, a metal that was widely used for coinage in the early 20th century, but has since been largely replaced by other materials like nickel-brass and cupro-nickel. The use of copper for coins was advantageous because it was durable, resistant to corrosion, and had a high electrical conductivity, making it suitable for use in humid environments. However, copper coins were also prone to wear and tear, which is why they were eventually phased out in favor of coins made from more durable materials.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | 2529000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 | 1509000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 | 1751000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1909 | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 | 8236000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent - Edward VII 1904-1910 coin.
