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1 Penny - George III
| Copper | 12.9 g | 33.8 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1801-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1819-1820 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Currency tokens (1757-1816) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 12.9 g |
| Diameter | 33.8 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#320192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Irish Harp
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IRELAND
1820
Edge
Plain
Comment
Reputedly minted in Dublin, although the 1820 date seems late for the Condor series, these are genuine and scarceInteresting fact
The 1 Penny coin from George III's reign (1819-1820) was part of a series of coins that were introduced to replace the previous currency of the Irish pound, which was pegged to the British pound. This series of coins was designed to be used in both Ireland and the United Kingdom, and it featured a standardized design across all denominations. The 1 Penny coin was one of the most widely used coins in this series and was minted in large quantities, making it a common find for collectors today.
