1937 Proof King George VI Half Penny
The 1937 Proof King George VI Half Penny is a proof strike from the United Kingdom. This is the first year of issue for the King George VI Half Penny series. composed of bronze (5.67 g).
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The 1937 Proof King George VI Half Penny coin, engraved by Edgar Bertram MacKennal, and made of bronze. Weighing 5.67 grams, with a diameter of 25.5 mm, and a thickness of 1.7 mm, and featuring a plain edge.
The obverse is uncrowned portrait of king george v facing left, legend around. It reads "GEORGIVS V DEI GRA:BRITT:OMN:REX FID:DEF:IND:IMP". The reverse is seated figure of britannia right, trident in left hand, shield bearing the union flag in right, denomination around, date in exergue, sea behind. It reads "HALF PENNY 1933".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Bronze
- Weight
- 5.67 g
- Diameter
- 25.5 mm
- Thickness
- 1.7 mm
- Edge
- Plain
- Designer
- Edgar Bertram MacKennal
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1937 Proof King George VI Half Penny made of?
- The 1937 Proof King George VI Half Penny is made of bronze, weighs 5.67 grams, and measures 25.5 mm in diameter.