1831 King William IV Penny
The 1831 King William IV Penny is a business-strike issue from the United Kingdom. This is the first year of issue for the King William IV Penny series. composed of copper (18.9 g).
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The 1831 King William IV Penny coin, engraved by William Wyon, and made of copper. Weighing 18.9 grams, with a diameter of 34 mm, and a thickness of 2.5 mm, and featuring a plain edge.
The obverse is uncrowned portrait of king william iv right, legend around, date below. note: varieties exist (see below). It reads "GULIELMUS IIII DEI GRATIA 1834". The reverse is seated figure of britannia right, trident in left hand and shield bearing the union flag in right, legend around and national flower emblems in exergue. It reads "BRITANNIAR: REX FID: DEF:".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Copper
- Weight
- 18.9 g
- Diameter
- 34 mm
- Thickness
- 2.5 mm
- Edge
- Plain
- Designer
- William Wyon
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1831 King William IV Penny made of?
- The 1831 King William IV Penny is made of copper, weighs 18.9 grams, and measures 34 mm in diameter.