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1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence · LuckyCoin
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1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence

The 1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence is a business-strike issue from the United Kingdom. composed of copper-nickel (75% cu, 25% ni) (6.5 g).

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1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence

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The 1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence coin, engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley, and made of copper-nickel (75% cu, 25% ni). Weighing 6.5 grams, with a diameter of 24.5 mm, and a thickness of 1.85 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.

The obverse is fourth crowned portrait of queen elizabeth ii right, wearing the girls of great britain and ireland tiara, legend around. It reads "ELIZABETH·II·D·G REG·F·D·2004 IRB". The reverse is part of the crest of england, a lion passant guardant royally crowned, legend above, denomination below. It reads "TEN PENCE 10".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Weight
6.5 g
Diameter
24.5 mm
Thickness
1.85 mm
Edge
Reeded
Designer
Ian Rank-Broadley
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence made of?
The 1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence is made of copper-nickel (75% cu, 25% ni), weighs 6.5 grams, and measures 24.5 mm in diameter.
How many people collect the 1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence?
35 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1979 Queen Elizabeth II 10 Pence in their collection.