Super Worn Coin, Any Ideas? 1799 Half Penny

To participate in the forum you must log in or register.

Author	Replies: 8 / Views: 1,472
MattRyan2002 New Member United Kingdom 2 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 12:22 pm Hey all, My Granny recently found this old coin in her jewellery box and gave it to me. I have absolutely no knowledge of coins and was just wondering if anyone could help me identify it. The coin is incredibly worn meaning identifying might be difficult but I would greatly appreciate any help, thanks (let me know if you need any more photos from different angles etc) - Matt Edited by MattRyan2002 01/31/2018 12:28 pm Report this Post to the Staff

bd251 Pillar of the Community United States 1840 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 12:40 pm It looks like a 1799 half penny from Great Britain. What are the weight and diameter? edit: here's a link https://en.numista.com/catalogue/pieces5616.html Also, to CCF Edited by bd251 01/31/2018 12:42 pm Report this Post to the Staff
scopru Pillar of the Community United States 5029 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 12:43 pm to CCF Report this Post to the Staff
MattRyan2002 New Member United Kingdom 2 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 12:51 pm Thank You! It is Approx 3cm And Weighs 11 grams :D Report this Post to the Staff
Dlangs56 Valued Member United States 275 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 1:58 pm Hmm, I thought it was a hen and an egg on the reverse :) Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 188187 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 3:37 pm to the Community! Coin Collector Since 1978 Avatar Old Avatar 7070 Eisenhower Australia Canada World CCF Members on eBay CCF eBay Search Engine Report this Post to the Staff
Anaximander Pillar of the Community United Kingdom 709 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 4:07 pm The 1799 halfpenny was 30.5mm and 12.5g. Given the wear on your coin, 11g seems reasonable. Also, the legend is clear enough to see that the "S" in "GEORGIUS" is roughly level with the back centre of the head, in the 9 o'clock position. In the 1806/7 issues the "S" was much higher up the head, at about 11 o'clock. I agree with bd251. Report this Post to the Staff
NumisRob Bedrock of the Community United Kingdom 17918 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 4:41 pm My Trade List: https://goccf.com/t/194596 My Wants List: https://goccf.com/t/191710 Report this Post to the Staff
moxking Rest in Peace United States 17900 Posts	Posted 01/31/2018 4:52 pm Not much value, but great history. Report this Post to the Staff
	Replies: 8 / Views: 1,472

To participate in the forum you must log in or register.

All Forums Category: World Coins and Currency Forums Forum: United Kingdom (Great Britain) Coins

The First Dollar, your premier source for bullion and rare coins. See our bullion list on the site and the coin inventory on ebay.

Silver Gold Bull US is the United States leading bullion dealer. We deliver gold coins, gold bars, silver coins, silver bars and precious metals to your door. Order today!

View Last 100 New Topics

View Last 100 Active Topics

Disclaimer: While a tremendous amount of effort goes into ensuring the accuracy of the information contained in this site, Coin Community assumes no liability for errors. Copyright 2005 - 2026 Coin Community Family- all rights reserved worldwide. Use of any images or content on this website without prior written permission of Coin Community or the original lender is strictly prohibited.
Contact Us | Advertise Here | Privacy Policy / Terms of Use

Coin Community Forum

It took 0.34 seconds to rattle this change.