Material: Bronze (Approx. 95.5% Copper, 3% Tin, 1.5% Zinc)
Diameter: 30.8 mm
Mint / Mintmark: Royal Mint, London (no mintmark)
Obverse: Bare head of King George VI facing left, legend reads “GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP.”; portrait by T.H. Paget.
Reverse: Seated Britannia facing right, holding trident and shield with Union Jack, denomination ONE PENNY and date 1938 below.
Circa: 1938
Condition: Very Fine; sharp detail and even medium-brown tone with light patina spots.
Notes:
This design marked the triumphant return of the lighthouse to the British penny. The motif had been completely removed from the reverse in 1895 during Queen Victoria's reign, making its revival under King George VI a highly popular choice for the public who favored traditional maritime themes.