1852 Proof Queen Victoria Half Penny
The 1852 Proof Queen Victoria Half Penny is a proof strike from the United Kingdom. composed of copper (9.45 g).
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The 1852 Proof Queen Victoria Half Penny coin, engraved by William Wyon, and made of copper. Weighing 9.45 grams, with a diameter of 28 mm, and a thickness of 2.12 mm, and featuring a plain edge.
The obverse is first uncrowned portrait ('young head') of queen victoria left, legend around, date below. It reads "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA 1854". The reverse is seated figure of britannia right, with trident in left hand and shield bearing the union flag in right, legend around and national flower emblems in exergue. It reads "BRITANNIAR: REG: FID: DEF:".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Copper
- Weight
- 9.45 g
- Diameter
- 28 mm
- Thickness
- 2.12 mm
- Edge
- Plain
- Designer
- William Wyon
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1852 Proof Queen Victoria Half Penny made of?
- The 1852 Proof Queen Victoria Half Penny is made of copper, weighs 9.45 grams, and measures 28 mm in diameter.