© The Royal Mint, 2024
© The Royal Mint, 2024
1 Penny - Charles III Portcullis; Silver
2024 year| Silver (.925) | 3.56 g | 20.32 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2024 |
| Value | 1 Penny 0.01 GBP = USD 0.013 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 3.56 g |
| Diameter | 20.32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#432446 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
A crowned portcullis with chains (an adaptation of the Badge of Henry VII which is now the Badge of the Palace of Westminster), legend above, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONE PENNY
2024
Designer: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Plain
Comment
Released as part of the ‘Hello Little One’ gift package for special milestones such as a birth, birthday, christening or naming ceremony, these coins were made using 100% recycled 925 sterling silver as part of The Royal Mint's drive to create a more sustainable future for the next generation.
© The Royal Mint, 2024
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Charles III (Portcullis; Silver) 2024 coin from the United Kingdom is that it features a unique design element - the portcullis. The portcullis is a symbol of the Palace of Westminster, which is the home of the British Parliament. The inclusion of this symbol on the coin serves as a nod to the rich history and tradition of the British monarchy and parliamentary system.
