1 Penny - Edward VII 1907-1910 front 1 Penny - Edward VII 1907-1910 back
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1 Penny - Edward VII

 
Copper-nickel 9.45 g 30.5 mm
Description
Issuer
British West Africa
King
Edward VII (1901-1910)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1907-1910
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound (1907-1968)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
9.45 g
Diameter
30.5 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#9180
Rarity index
31%

Reverse

Hexagram, date beneath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NIGERIA-BRITISH WEST AFRICA
· 1910 ·

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Edward VII 1907-1910 from British West Africa is that it was one of the first coins to feature the image of King Edward VII, who was the son of Queen Victoria and ascended to the throne after her death in 1901. This coin was minted during his reign and features his portrait on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the classic design of a crowned shield with the denomination "1 Penny" written below. The use of copper-nickel in the coin's composition was also a notable feature, as it was a common material used in coinage during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1907  863000 - - - - - -
1908  3217152 - - - - - -
1909  960000 - - - - - -
1910  2520000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny - Edward VII 1907-1910 coin.