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1 Penny - Victoria 2nd portrait; Maundy issues
| Silver (.925) | 0.47 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1888-1892 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 0.47 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#23653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination divides date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 18 1 91
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 1/66 troy ounce or 7.3 grains.Sp#3932 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
1888 MDS143 4,488
1889 MDS144&145 4,488 (partially Proof)
1890 MDS146 4,488
1891 MDS147 4,488
1892 MDS148 4,488
Demonetization note: Whilst the circulation strikes have been demonetized, the Maundy issues carry legal tender status and are still being struck to this day with the value updated to decimal pence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during Queen Victoria's reign, specifically between 1888 and 1892, and features her second portrait.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1888 | 14000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 | 14000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 | 22000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny - Victoria (2nd portrait; Maundy issues) 1888-1892 coin.
