© Royal Mint Museum
© Royal Mint Museum
3 Pence - Edward VIII Pattern
1937 year| Nickel brass | 4.5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VIII (1936) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#189776 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Thrift plant dividing date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· THREE ·
19 37
· PENCE ·
Comment
These coins were produced in different thicknesses for testing purposes, as a result their weights are variable.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 3 Pence - Edward VIII (Pattern) 1937 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, Edgar Bertram MacKennal. MacKennal's design features a portrait of King Edward VIII, who abdicated before the coin was released into circulation, making it a rare and unique piece in the history of numismatics.
