UK 1944 Half Penny

Material: Bronze (97% copper, 2.5% zinc, 0.5% tin – wartime alloy reduction)
Diameter: 25.5 mm
Mint / Mintmark: Royal Mint, London (no mintmark)
Obverse: The obverse face prominently displays the bare head of King George VI facing left, an elegant portrait created by the renowned artist Thomas Humphrey Paget. Encircling the royal likeness is the formal Latin inscription "GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP.", which proudly translates to "George the Sixth by the Grace of God King of all the Britains, Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India." The edge of the round rim is lined with a continuous border of fine protective denticles. This specimen retains its original sharp geometric proportions while showcasing a naturally aged, warm copper-brown surface tone across the king's cheek and hair detailing.
Reverse: The Golden Hind, Sir Francis Drake’s flagship, sailing left; legend “HALF PENNY” above, date 1944 below; designer’s initials HP (Humphrey Paget) to the right of the ship
Circa: 1944
Condition: Fine
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