Material: Bronze (97% copper, 2.5% zinc, 0.5% tin)
Diameter: 30.8 mm
Mint / Mintmark: Royal Mint, London (no mintmark)
Obverse: This British one-penny coin showcases the bare, left-facing portrait of King George VI across its obverse face. Minted in a traditional bronze alloy, the surface features a high-relief profile surrounded by the prominent Latin royal legend reading "GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP." This imperial inscription translates to George VI, by the Grace of God, King of all the Britains, Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India. A highly uniform, raised denticle pattern creates a protective perimeter band running tightly along the extreme outer edge of the rim.
Reverse: Seated Britannia with trident and shield, ONE PENNY above, date 1945 below
Circa: 1945
Condition: Fine to Very Fine
Notes:
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Treasure detail
UK 1945 Penny
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