1979 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny
The 1979 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny is a business-strike issue from the United Kingdom. composed of bronze (97% cu, 2.5% zn, 0.5% sn) (1.78 g).
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The 1979 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny coin, made of bronze (97% cu, 2.5% zn, 0.5% sn), and weighing 1.78 grams. With a diameter of 17.14 mm, and a thickness of 1.07 mm, and featuring a plain edge.
The obverse is second 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·1975". The reverse is central crown of st. edward, denomination in letters above and numerals below. It reads "NEW PENNY ½".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Bronze (97% Cu, 2.5% Zn, 0.5% Sn)
- Weight
- 1.78 g
- Diameter
- 17.14 mm
- Thickness
- 1.07 mm
- Edge
- Plain
- Currency
- Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1979 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny made of?
- The 1979 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny is made of bronze (97% cu, 2.5% zn, 0.5% sn), weighs 1.78 grams, and measures 17.14 mm in diameter.
- How many people collect the 1979 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny?
- 60 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1979 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny in their collection.