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1939 King George VI Penny

The 1939 King George VI Penny is a business-strike issue from the United Kingdom. composed of bronze (9.45 g).

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1939 King George VI Penny

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The 1939 King George VI Penny coin, engraved by Thomas Humphrey Paget, and made of bronze. Weighing 9.45 grams, with a diameter of 30.8 mm, and a thickness of 1.6 mm, and featuring a plain edge.

The obverse is uncrowned portrait of king george vi left, legend around. note: with title 'ind:imp'. It reads "GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP. HP". The reverse is seated figure of britannia right, with trident in left hand and shield bearing the union flag in right, sea behind with lighthouse to left, denomination above and date in exergue. It reads "ONE PENNY 1948".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.45 g
Diameter
30.8 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Edge
Plain
Designer
Thomas Humphrey Paget
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1939 King George VI Penny made of?
The 1939 King George VI Penny is made of bronze, weighs 9.45 grams, and measures 30.8 mm in diameter.
How many people collect the 1939 King George VI Penny?
88 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1939 King George VI Penny in their collection.