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4 Pence - George V 1st Maundy issue
| Silver (.925) | 1.89 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1911-1920 |
| Value | 4 Pence (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.89 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#23742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination dividing date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 19 4 11
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 2/33 troy ounce or 29.1 grains.Sp#4016 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
MDS168 1911 1,768 MDS174 1916 1,128
MDS169 1911 6,007 Proof MDS175 1917 1,237
MDS170 1912 1,246 MDS176 1918 1,375
MDS171 1913 1,228 MDS177 1919 1,258
MDS172 1914 982 MDS178 1920 1,399
MDS173 1915 1,293
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 the 4 Pence - George V (1st Maundy issue) 1911-1920 coin is that it was minted during a time when the British Empire was at its peak, and the coin's design reflects this history. The coin features an image of King George V, who ruled the United Kingdom during this time, and the reverse side features a depiction of a crowned shield with the words "MAUNDY MONEY" inscribed above it. The coin's design serves as a symbol of the British Empire's power and influence during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 1768 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 | 1700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 | 1798 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 | 1651 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1915 | 1441 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 | 1499 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1917 | 1478 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1918 | 1479 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 | 1524 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1920 | 1460 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Pence - George V (1st Maundy issue) 1911-1920 coin.
