English 1922 George V 1/2 penny, coin/token

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows an aged and worn half penny coin, featuring visible inscriptions and numerals, with "HALF PENNY" text partially readable along the outer edge. The central design appears to depict Britannia, a classical female figure, holding a trident and shield, typical of coins from the United Kingdom.The year "1912" is faintly visible at the bottom, indicating its likely minting date. The coin's surface shows signs of oxidation, particularly near the top edge, with a greenish tinge possibly resulting from exposure to the elements over time. Its condition suggests significant circulation or age, with the details of the imagery being somewhat eroded or smoothed over, giving it a rustic, historical appearance. The background is solid and dark, providing contrast that highlights the coin's

The image shows an aged and worn half penny coin, featuring visible inscriptions and numerals, with "HALF PENNY" text partially readable along the outer edge. The central design appears to depict Britannia, a classical female figure, holding a trident and shield, typical of coins from the United Kingdom.The year "1912" is faintly visible at the bottom, indicating its likely minting date. The coin's surface shows signs of oxidation, particularly near the top edge, with a greenish tinge possibly resulting from exposure to the elements over time. Its condition suggests significant circulation or age, with the details of the imagery being somewhat eroded or smoothed over, giving it a rustic, historical appearance. The background is solid and dark, providing contrast that highlights the coin's

Name/Title

English 1922 George V 1/2 penny, coin/token

Entry/Object ID

681/16648

Description

English 1922 George V 1/2 penny, coin/token, copper

Collection

ETHNOGRAPHIC/ENGLAND, Coins

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

England

Continent

Europe