A diverse assembly of UK pre-decimal and decimal coinage, primarily composed of bronze and cupro-nickel. The collection includes various denominations such as pennies, halfpennies, sixpences, shillings, florins (two shillings), five pence, and ten pence pieces. Obverse portraits feature King George V, King George VI, and Queen Elizabeth II. Legible inscriptions include GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX FIDEI DEF. and ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F.D. Reverse designs feature Britannia seated, the Tudor rose, and heraldic floral emblems. Dates range across the mid-20th century, including visible examples from 1951 and 1961.
Condition report:
Coins are in circulated condition, exhibiting moderate to heavy wear, surface marks, and varied toning throughout. Several bronze pieces show significant darkening and instances of green oxidation.
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