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1 Penny - George IV 2nd issue
| Copper | 18.9 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George IV (1820-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1825-1827 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 18.9 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 August 1971 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#8083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Seated figure of Britannia facing right, trident in left hand and shield bearing the Union flag in right, legend around and national flower emblems in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BRITANNIAR: REX FID: DEF:
Unabridged legend: Britanniarum Rex Fidei Defensor
Translation: King of the Britains Defender of the Faith
Engraver: William Wyon
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of these pieces was 24 to the pound avoirdupois (2/3 ounce or 291.7 grains each).There are reports suggesting that the 1827 mintage was shipped to Tasmania, Australia, possibly via the British West Indies, and a large percentage was lost or damaged, making the year type a scarce issue but these reports seem little more than conjecture, with no evidential data.
Interesting fact
The 1 Penny - George IV (2nd issue) coin was designed by renowned British engraver and artist, William Wyon. Wyon's design features a portrait of King George IV, who was known for his extravagant lifestyle and love of art and architecture. The coin's design was meant to reflect the king's grandeur and majesty, and it has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1825 | 1075200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1826 | 5913000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1827 | 1451500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny - George IV (2nd issue) 1825-1827 coin.
