This collection of UK currency consists of multiple denominations including pennies, half-pennies, farthings, and twelve-sided brass threepences. The obverse designs feature royal portraits of Queen Victoria, King Edward VII, King George V, King George VI, and Queen Elizabeth II. Visible inscriptions include partial legends such as GEORGIVS V DEI GRA:BRITT:OMN:REX FID:DEF:IND:IMP: and ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F:D:. Reverse types include the seated Britannia on the pennies, the Golden Hind sailing ship on the half-pennies, a portcullis on the threepences, and a wren on the farthings. Identifiable dates within the group include 1916, 1939, 1941, 1943, 1946, and 1959. The coins are struck in bronze and nickel-brass.
Condition report:
The coins are in circulated condition, generally ranging from good to fine. There is significant wear to the relief on the majority of the pieces. The surfaces exhibit heavy brown toning, with frequent instances of green verdigris and environmental corrosion.
Share this lot:
