10 New Pence - Elizabeth II 1968-1971 front 10 New Pence - Elizabeth II 1968-1971 back
10 New Pence - Elizabeth II 1968-1971 photo
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10 New Pence - Elizabeth II

 
Copper-nickel 11.31 g 28.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1968-1971
Value
10 Pence (0.10&nbspGGP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
11.31 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#5635
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

Guernsey cow

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
1968
NEW PENCE

Engraver: Paul Vincze

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 10 New Pence coin from Guernsey, featuring Queen Elizabeth II, was the first coin to be issued with a decimal denomination in the British Isles. It was introduced in 1968 and was part of the transition from the traditional pounds, shillings, and pence system to the decimal system that we use today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1968  600000 - - - - - -
1970  300000 - - - - - -
1971  10000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 New Pence - Elizabeth II 1968-1971 coin.