1817 Proof King George III 6 Pence
The 1817 Proof King George III 6 Pence is a proof strike from the United Kingdom. composed of silver (.925) (2.83 g).
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The 1817 Proof King George III 6 Pence coin, engraved by Benedetto Pistrucci, and made of silver (.925). Weighing 2.83 grams, with a diameter of 19 mm, and a thickness of 0.5 mm, and featuring a milled edge.
The obverse is laureate portrait of king george iii right, legend around, date below. It reads "GEOR:III D:G: BRITT:REX F:D: 1817". The reverse is crowned quartered shield of arms, overlaid with smaller crowned shield, legend around on garter. It reads "HONI·SOIT·Q MAL·Y·PENSE·".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Silver (.925)
- Weight
- 2.83 g
- Diameter
- 19 mm
- Thickness
- 0.5 mm
- Edge
- Milled
- Designer
- Benedetto Pistrucci
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1817 Proof King George III 6 Pence made of?
- The 1817 Proof King George III 6 Pence is made of silver (.925), weighs 2.83 grams, and measures 19 mm in diameter.